CHEESY ASPARAGUS BREAD CASSEROLE

Cheesy Asparagus Bread Casserole image

Provided by Daily Inspiration S

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 11

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nonstick cooking spray
1 lb asparagus
1 Tbsp butter
1/2 c onion, minced
1 tsp curry powder
4 slice wheat bread (or white)
1 c sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
1 1/2 c milk
3 eggs, slightly beaten
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

Steps:

1. Grease a 2 qt. rectangular baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Bend asparagus and snap off asparagus. Discard woody ends and cut the rest of the asparagus into 1-2 inch pieces - approx. 2 cups.
3. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion for approx. 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the asparagus, curry powder and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes or until the onion and asparagus are tender.
4. Place bread slices in the bottom of dish making sure the entire bottom is covered. Layer the asparagus mixture over the bread slices. Then sprinkle with the cheddar cheese over the top.
5. In a bowl, combine milk, eggs, salt and pepper mixing well. Pour egg mixture over the cheese. Bake at 450 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the casserole rest 5-10 minutes before serving.