Description
This Easy Breakfast Casserole with Smoked Beef is a crowd‑pleasing, protein‑rich bake perfect for weekend brunches. Sweet potatoes add natural sweetness, while bell pepper and onion bring color and flavor. Diced smoked beef provides hearty depth, and a blend of eggs, milk and melted cheese creates a fluffy, custardy base. Ready in just 35 minutes, it serves six and offers a balanced mix of carbs, protein and vegetables, making it an ideal make‑ahead breakfast option for busy families. Enjoy now!
Ingredients
- 1 pound smoked beef, diced
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add smoked beef, sweet potatoes, bell pepper, and onion; cook until sweet potatoes are tender, about 10‑12 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, garlic powder, and paprika; stir in cooked beef and vegetable mixture.
- Pour into prepared dish and top with shredded cheese.
- Bake 30‑35 minutes until eggs are set and cheese is bubbly.
- Cool a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vegetable mixture before cooking. The casserole can be assembled the night before and baked fresh in the morning for a true make‑ahead breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 servings
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
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