MAKEOVER BROCCOLI CHEDDAR BRUNCH BAKE

Makeover Broccoli Cheddar Brunch Bake image

This slimmed-down version of a favorite brunch recipe was requested by Carla Weeks in Independence, Iowa. It's hearty, wholesome and boasts all the gourmet flavor of the original!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Breakfast Brunch

Time 1h5m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

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Ingredients

6 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, cubed
8 cups chopped fresh broccoli
1 cup finely chopped onion
6 large eggs, beaten
1-1/2 cups egg substitute
1-1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup half-and-half cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, melt butter. Add broccoli and onion; saute until crisp-tender. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, egg substitute, 1 cup cheese, milk, cream, salt and pepper. Stir in broccoli mixture. Pour into a 3-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray., Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 40-45 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 12g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 139mg cholesterol, Sodium 459mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 12g protein.