Description
Smoked Beef and Cornbread Casserole is an easy, crowd‑pleasing breakfast bake that transforms leftover cornbread into a protein‑rich, cheesy dish. With smoky beef, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar, this casserole delivers comforting flavors and a golden crust perfect for weekend brunches or quick weekday mornings. Ready in under an hour, it offers balanced nutrition and a satisfying texture that keeps diners back for more. Pair it with orange juice or coffee for a hearty breakfast experience‑ tod
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups crumbled cornbread
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled smoked beef
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13‑inch baking dish with butter.
- In a large bowl combine cornbread, smoked beef, and half the cheese; mix.
- In another bowl whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour egg mixture over cornbread mixture and stir until combined.
- Transfer to prepared dish and top with remaining cheese.
- Bake 30‑35 minutes until set and top is golden.
- Cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- For a spicier version
- add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne. Leftover casserole reheats well in the oven or microwave. Can be frozen in individual portions for later meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 servings
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
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