Sunday, November 1, 2015

Apple, Bacon, Cheese and Egg Caserole

Looking for something different for breakfast? This dish is perfect for fall when apples are in season. Enjoy this savory sweet twist on the typical breakfast caserole. 


Ingredients
  • eggs
  • 3 apples, diced
  • 1 med sweet potato, peeled & shredded
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup plain yogurt
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
  • 3 tsp chopped fresh herb blend such as thyme, rosemary, sage
  • Dash salt and pepper
Directions
  1. In a small bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the apple, sweet potato, milk, yogurt, 1/2 cup cheese, bacon, herbs, salt and pepper.
  2. Pour into a greased 9 x 13 caserole dish. Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bacon.
  3. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45 minutes or until a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.


Other variations to consider:
  • Mix 6-8 slices of cubed bread and replace the yogurt with milk for a total of 2 cups. 
  • Use sauted onions in place of or in addition to the sweet potato
  • Use cinnamon or apple pie spices instead of the herbs
  • Use ham instead of bacon
  • Mix in 4 oz goat cheese instead of the cheddar. You can still sprinkle shredded cheese on top.