Description
A delicious and nutritious turkey and egg casserole that combines fresh vegetables and cheese, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
- 1 lb lean ground turkey
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any color)
- 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 cup milk or cream
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, chives, or thyme), chopped
- 1 cup bread cubes or frozen hash browns
- Jalapeños or cayenne pepper (for spicy variation)
- Alternative cheeses like feta, pepper jack, or gouda
- Vegetarian substitutes: sautéed mushrooms or crumbled tofu
- Milk alternatives (unsweetened almond milk, oat milk, or lactose-free milk)
Instructions
- Brown the ground turkey in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Break it apart and cook until it is no longer pink. Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In the same pan, lightly sauté the diced onions, bell peppers, and spinach until they soften.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk or cream, shredded cheese, more salt, pepper, and fresh herbs until smooth.
- Grease a baking dish, layer the cooked turkey, sautéed vegetables, and optional bread cubes or hash browns, then pour the egg mixture over it.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until firm and golden brown. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can prepare the turkey and vegetables the night before. Serve warm garnished with fresh herbs or cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American