Wednesday, February 24, 2010

CEIMB: Broccoli-Cheddar Breakfast Bake



I can't believe it's finally my turn to pick a recipe for Craving Ellie in my Belly! Whee! OK, so, I picked the Broccoli-Cheddar Breakfast Bake from Ellie's new book So Easy. The recipe is not available online, so I posted it here last week.

I was so pleased with this recipe. I love the idea of preparing the night before and just throwing it in the oven in the morning. I halved the recipe because I knew my girls wouldn't be into it (they're both very particular about textures), and baked it in a 9x9 dish and it came out great (though it could have used a bit more salt for my taste). The portion size is really generous too, Josh and I both felt like we got to eat a lot but didn't feel all overly stuffed.

However. I've realized that I do not like separating eggs. It seriously grosses me out. So, there's that. But aside from the mucousy gross-out factor of dealing with the eggs in here, it was a fantastic recipe and one I would certainly use if I ever return to that life of inviting people over for brunch. For now, I just can't keep the floors clean enough for that, so I'll just make it for Josh and me. I mean, look at that picture. I served it on a paper plate, for godness' sake. That's how we're rolling these days. I hope you all enjoyed the recipe too!

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

It was a great choice! I don't think I would have tried it on my own because we're picky about texture like your girls, but it really came out much better than expected. And I agree that the servings were generous and filling.

Peggy said...

this was a really good choice. I loved it. I love most breakfast foods, but I especially love egg casseroles of any kind. Thanks for choosing! Great job on yours.

TeaLady said...

GREAT pick Heide. It was really good. Yours looks delicious.

Unknown said...

I'm all about easy & paper plates. And I LOVE broccoli! I'll have to try this one!