SAVORY BAKED EGGS

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A flavorful mixture of green pepper and onion makes a savory bed for these baked eggs shared by Judy Robertson from Russell Springs, Kentucky. A simple bread crumb topping provides extra appeal.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
5 tablespoons butter, divided
6 eggs
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/4 teaspoon salt
Pepper to taste

Steps:

In a small saucepan, saute onion and green pepper in 3 tablespoons butter until tender. Transfer to a greased 8-in. square baking dish. Break eggs over the onion mixture. Melt remaining butter; toss with bread crumbs, salt and pepper. Sprinkle over eggs. Place dish in a large baking pan; pour boiling water into larger pan to a depth of 1 in. Bake, uncovered, at 375° for 12-15 minutes or until the eggs are firm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245 calories, Fat 15g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 238mg cholesterol, Sodium 414mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 9g protein.