Breakfast Casserole

Breakfast Casserole
Prep Time:20 min
Total Time:1 hr 10 min
Makes:4 servings
What You Need

1 cup chopped green pepper
1 cup chopped red pepper
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 cups cholesterol-free egg product
1 cup fat-free milk
3/4 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Cheddar Cheese
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
1/4 tsp. black pepper
4 slices whole wheat bread, torn
Make It

SPRAY medium nonstick skillet with cooking spray. Add peppers and onion; cook on medium-high heat 4 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. Place in large bowl. Add egg product, milk, cheese and seasonings; mix with wire whisk until well blended.
SPRAY 2-quart casserole with cooking spray. Place bread in prepared casserole. Cover evenly with egg product mixture, making sure all bread is coated.
BAKE at 350°F for 45 to 50 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean.


Breakfast Casserole
Morning Sausage and Veggie Strata
Prep Time:5 min
Total Time:40 min
Makes:6 servings
What You Need

6 slices wheat bread
1 pkg. (8 oz.) frozen BOCA Meatless Breakfast Patties
1-1/2 cups chopped fresh vegetables, such as zucchini, mushroom, broccoli, onion and/or bell pepper
1 tsp. Italian seasoning
2 cups (16 oz.) cholesterol-free egg product
1 cup fat-free milk
1 cup KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese
Make It

PLACE bread slices in single layer in 13x9-inch baking pan sprayed with cooking spray. Top each bread slice with 1 breakfast patty; sprinkle with vegetables and Italian seasoning.
MIX egg product and milk with wire whisk until well blended; pour evenly over vegetable mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.
BAKE at 400°F for 30 to 35 minutes or until puffed and lightly browned.
Kraft Kitchens Tips

Substitute
Substitute 8 eggs, beaten, for the cholesterol-free egg product.
Quick & Easy Egg Casserole
Prep Time:10 min
Total Time:55 min
Makes:8 servings
What You Need

6 slices white bread, coarsely torn
1 lb. bulk sausage, cooked, drained
1 cup KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
6 medium eggs
2 cups milk
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. pepper
Make It

PREHEAT oven to 350°F. Lightly grease 13x9-inch baking pan or oven-proof casserole. Place bread into bottom of pan; sprinkle with sausage and cheese.
BEAT eggs, milk, salt and pepper in medium bowl with wire whisk. Pour over bread mixture in pan.
BAKE 40 to 45 min. or until mixture is set in center and lightly browned.
Kraft Kitchens Tips

Size-Wise
Need an idea for brunch? This easy, savory casserole serves 8 people.
Substitute
Substitute 1 lb. of diced cooked ham for the cooked sausage.
Purchasing and Storing Eggs
Buy only refrigerated eggs with clean unbroken shells. Open carton and gently move each egg to make sure it is not stuck to the carton because of an unseen crack. Check the Sell-By Date on the carton. Store eggs in their original carton on an inside shelf of the refrigerator as soon as possible after purchasing. Avoid placing near foods with strong odors that can easily be absorbed. For
Bacon Breakfast Casserole
Prep Time:20 min
Total Time:2 hr 30 min
Makes:6 servings
What You Need

8 slices white bread, crusts trimmed, divided
8 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, crisply cooked, crumbled
1 can (4 oz.) sliced mushrooms, drained
2 green onions, sliced
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
4 eggs
2 cups milk
Make It

PLACE 4 of the bread slices on bottom of greased 8-inch square baking dish; top with bacon, mushrooms, onions and cheese. Cover with remaining 4 bread slices.
BEAT eggs and milk with wire whisk until well blended; pour over bread; cover. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
BAKE, uncovered, in preheated 350°F-oven for 1 hour or until center is set. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting to serve.
Kraft Kitchens Tips

Substitute
Prepare as directed, using KRAFT 2% Milk Shredded Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese and fat-free milk.
Crowd-Pleasing Creamy Casserole
Prep Time:15 min
Total Time:2 hr
Makes:8 servings, about 1 cup each
What You Need

2 cups cubed ham
1 pkg. (10 oz.) frozen chopped broccoli, thawed, drained
2 cups KRAFT Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
1 pkg. (6 oz.) seasoned croutons
4 eggs
2 cups milk
1/2 cup MIRACLE WHIP Dressing
2 Tbsp. flour
2 tsp. dry mustard
2 tsp. dried basil leaves
Make It

MIX ham, broccoli, cheese and croutons; place in 13x9-inch baking dish.
BEAT eggs and milk in medium bowl with wire whisk until well blended. Add dressing, flour and seasonings; mix well. Pour over ham mixture; cover. Refrigerate at least 1 hour or overnight.
PREHEAT oven to 375°F. Bake, uncovered, 45 minutes or until center is set.
Kraft Kitchens Tips

Great Substitute
Prepare as directed, using MIRACLE WHIP Light Dressing.
Safe Food Handling
Refrigerate cooked, perishable foods as soon as possible within 2 hours after cooking. Discard food which has been left out at room temperature for more than 2 hours.