Recipe: Zucchini and Green Chile Breakfast Casserole

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superwmn
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I made this today and it's REALLY good. More importantly, it's super easy to make, portion and then toss in the fridge to enjoy later. The only annoying thing was that it took 50 minutes, not 25-35, to firmly set and get golden brown on top. I started checking it every 10 minutes starting at the 25 minute mark.

I don't 'count' all calories, so the below calorie count is based on calories that I track. Feel free to look up the zucchini and chilis and update the calorie information based on your personal calorie tracking preferences.

(makes 6 servings, 217 cal/serving)

Ingredients:
10 eggs (700 cal)
1 1/2 cup zucchini (grated, squeezed and drained)
1 cup cottage cheese (163 cal)
1 (4 ounce) can green chilies (drained)
1 cup cheddar cheese (grated) (440 cal)
salt and pepper to taste

Directions:
1. Mix everything in a bowl.
2. Pour the mixture into a greased 8 inch square baking pan.
3. Bake in a preheated 375F oven until the eggs are firmly set and golden brown on top, about 25-35 minutes.

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  • Chiquita_Banana
    Chiquita_Banana Posts: 500
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    sounds..easy and yummy thanks !
  • BECav0602
    BECav0602 Posts: 200 Member
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    bump
  • LongMom
    LongMom Posts: 408 Member
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    Ooooh I love breakfast recipes! Thanks!
  • calvarado
    calvarado Posts: 72
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    this sounds really good- and something that my family would like! Thanks for sharing! I'm trying it this weekend. :-)
  • CandeesLand
    CandeesLand Posts: 200
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    BUMP
  • catmandoodle
    catmandoodle Posts: 117
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    bump. sounds yummy
  • mirna_ayala0428
    mirna_ayala0428 Posts: 406 Member
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    bump
  • superwmn
    superwmn Posts: 936
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    Update: Made this again last night. The store didn't have any zucchini so I omitted it. Substituted feta cheese for cheddar and artichokes for peppers. This variation is quite nice with a little hot sauce.

    Inspired to try blue cheese or gorgonzola and different veg (like spinach).

    Nice that this recipe is SO easy, SO portable (just cut into 6ths, pop into containers and reheat at your leisure), tasty and filling.

    Love, love, love.

    Charmagne
  • kristisheltn
    kristisheltn Posts: 2
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    sounds yummy!

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