Fancy Egg Scramble

May 11
2 Comments

The countdown is on and soon Mother’s Day will be here…and as I promised on Monday, I’m sharing a wonderful brunch recipe that’s perfect for any special occasion!  (You can grab the printable recipe at the end of the post) This breakfast casserole is a family favorite…and what we love best is the fact you can substitute the meat or veggies to make it just right for you and your guests!  You can prepare it ahead of time too and simply bake it on the morning of your gathering so you can relax and enjoy your celebration!  My mom gave me this recipe years ago…and today I’d like to share it with you!

scramble up some goodness…

brunch casserole

i really don’t make this wonderful casserole often enough…but i decided to change that fact the other night when i made breakfast-for-dinner for my family!  this recipe is really just a fancy, baked scrambled egg dish…hence the name Fancy Egg Scramble!  you just saute your favorite meat, veggies, or combination…

casserole recipe

add eggs…

casserole recipe

and what makes it a little different is the sauce!  an extra step to an easy casserole that just makes it so mouth watering good!

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a simple rue gives it that yummy, nutty flavor!

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add some milk & cheese…

cheese sauce

pour over the egg and meat mixture…

egg casserole

brown up some buttery bread crumbs…

croutons

top it, refrigerate, and then bake when you’re ready!  that’s it!

egg casserole

grab the printable recipe and try this delicious breakfast (or dinner) casserole soon!  and if you’re planning a holiday brunch for your mom…this “egg-ceptionally” yummy treat won’t disappoint!  enjoy!

Have a wonderful Mother’s Day Weekend!

brunch casserole
Fancy Egg Scramble
Print Recipe
Servings Prep Time
9 x 13 casserole 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
9 x 13 casserole 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
brunch casserole
Fancy Egg Scramble
Print Recipe
Servings Prep Time
9 x 13 casserole 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Servings Prep Time
9 x 13 casserole 30 minutes
Cook Time
30 minutes
Ingredients
Servings: casserole
Instructions
  1. Melt the first 3 Tablespoons butter in large skillet. Add the meat or mushrooms (or combination) and brown, adding the green onions at the end.
  2. Add the 12 beaten eggs to the meat mixture and scramble. Set aside. (mixture will appear moderately moist)
  3. Make the sauce by melting the 2 Tablespoons butter and whisk in the 2 Tablespoons of flour and pepper.
  4. Add 2 Cups milk and whisk over med/low heat until slightly thickened. Add the cheese and stir until melted.
  5. Pour sauce over the scrambled egg mixture and gently fold together. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 casserole dish.
  6. Melt the remaining 4 Tablespoons butter in a large pan and toss in the bread cubes and paprika. Stir until bread is coated with the butter and then top the casserole with the croutons.
  7. Cover and refrigerate several hours or overnight.
  8. Let casserole come to room temperature and then bake at 350 degrees uncovered for 30 minutes.

 

  1. Anonymous

    May 11

    Thanks, Lori! For some reason, my casseroles do not turn out. I’ll definitely try this recipe. Looks yummy!

    • Lori

      May 11

      Hope you enjoy it!!

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