Holly's Egg and Cheese Bake

Health score
12%
Holly's Egg and Cheese Bake
45 min.
6
752kcal

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Looking for a delicious and hearty meal that's perfect for lunch or dinner? Look no further than Holly's Egg and Cheese Bake! This mouth-watering dish serves 6 and takes only 45 minutes to prepare, making it a great option for busy weeknights or a satisfying weekend brunch. With a calorie count of 752 kcal per serving, it's a filling meal that will keep you satisfied.

This recipe is a versatile one, as it can be served as a main course, main dish, or even as a dinner option. The combination of eggs, cheese, and bacon creates a rich and savory flavor profile that is sure to please any palate. Plus, with ingredients like eggs, milk, cheese, and bacon, you probably already have most of what you need in your pantry or fridge.

To make Holly's Egg and Cheese Bake, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment, including a frying pan, saucepan, oven, and casserole dish. Once you have everything ready, simply follow the step-by-step instructions to create a delectable masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, this recipe is easy to follow and sure to impress your friends and family.

So why wait? Grab your ingredients and get ready to indulge in the deliciousness that is Holly's Egg and Cheese Bake. Your taste buds will thank you!

Ingredients

  • pound bacon 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 12  eggs 
  • tablespoons flour all-purpose
  • 2.5 cups milk 
  • cup onion chopped
  • cups cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • casserole dish

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  2. Place bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium high heat until evenly brown.
  3. Drain, crumble and set aside.
  4. Place eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil and immediately remove from heat. Cover and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes.
  5. Remove from hot water, cool, peel and chop.
  6. Lightly grease a 2 quart casserole dish.
  7. Sprinkle half of the chopped egg in the bottom of the casserole, add half of the bacon; repeat.
  8. Melt butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  9. Add onion and cook until softened and transparent. Stir in flour. Slowly add milk and shredded cheese. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce is smooth and creamy.
  10. Pour over layered eggs and bacon.
  11. Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories752kcal
Protein17.99%
Fat74.74%
Carbs7.27%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.17
Glycemic Load
5.37
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
22.387825737829%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
1.34mg
Kaempferol
0.17mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.41mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:751.55kcal
37.58%
Fat:62.08g
95.51%
Saturated Fat:26.75g
167.16%
Carbohydrates:13.58g
4.53%
Net Carbohydrates:12.99g
4.72%
Sugar:6.49g
7.21%
Cholesterol:447.19mg
149.06%
Sodium:971.58mg
42.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:33.63g
67.26%
Selenium:56.72µg
81.03%
Phosphorus:573.67mg
57.37%
Vitamin B2:0.8mg
47.35%
Calcium:453.54mg
45.35%
Vitamin B12:2.13µg
35.42%
Zinc:3.92mg
26.1%
Vitamin A:1279.06IU
25.58%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
24.25%
Vitamin B5:2.37mg
23.68%
Vitamin B6:0.47mg
23.66%
Vitamin D:3.41µg
22.71%
Vitamin B3:3.56mg
17.81%
Folate:63.77µg
15.94%
Potassium:499.15mg
14.26%
Iron:2.2mg
12.22%
Vitamin E:1.81mg
12.05%
Magnesium:45.96mg
11.49%
Copper:0.13mg
6.31%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.46%
Vitamin C:1.97mg
2.39%
Fiber:0.59g
2.35%
Vitamin K:2.25µg
2.14%
Source:Allrecipes