MEXICAN EGG CASSEROLE

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Tomatoes and green chilies add color to this dish. This cheesy egg dish has a zip to it. It makes a great breakfast, brunch or even lunch or casual dinner dish.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
12 eggs, lightly beaten
4 cups shredded monterey jack cheese, divided (16 ounces)
2 cups small curd cottage cheese
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced (I don't bother to seed and it is fine.)
1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies, drained
4 green onions, sliced
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro or 2 tablespoons parsley
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
salsa, for topping (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour and baking powder.
  • Add the eggs, 3-1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, cottage cheese, tomatoes, chillies, onions, hot pepper sauce, oregano, cilantro, salt and pepper.
  • Pour into a greased 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
  • Sprinkle with remaining Monterey Jack cheese.
  • Bake uncovered at 400 degrees for 15 minutes.
  • Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake 30 minutes longer, or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  • Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into squares.
  • Serve with salsa if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 413.5, Fat 26.8, SaturatedFat 14.1, Cholesterol 338.9, Sodium 815.9, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 3.4, Protein 30.9

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