A hearty baked egg casserole filled with spinach, tomatoes, onion, and bell pepper, then finished with a generous layer of cheddar cheese. This vegetable-packed omelet casserole offers a satisfying option for breakfast or brunch.
1cupbell pepper of any colorsliced into thin pieces
1teaspoonsalt
2tomatoescut into approximately 1/2-inch cubes
3tablespoonswhole milkfor added richness
1small onionfinely chopped
1 1/2cupsgrated sharp cheddar cheesedivided
1cupfresh spinachcoarsely chopped
1/2teaspoonfreshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Lightly coat a casserole dish with butter or olive oil to prevent the egg mixture from adhering during baking.
Prepare the vegetables by chopping the onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and spinach into small, bite-sized pieces. Keep the pieces relatively uniform so the vegetables cook consistently throughout the casserole.
Place the prepared bell pepper, onion, tomatoes, and spinach in a large mixing bowl. Add the eggs, salt, black pepper, milk, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Stir the mixture thoroughly until the vegetables, seasonings, cheese, and eggs are evenly incorporated.
Transfer the egg and vegetable mixture to the prepared casserole dish, spreading it evenly across the pan.
Scatter the remaining 1/2 cup of cheddar cheese over the surface to create a cheesy topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes, or until the center of the casserole is completely set and firm.
Test for doneness by inserting a clean knife or toothpick into the middle. It should emerge clean when the casserole has finished baking.
Allow the casserole to cool briefly before slicing and serving.