Fancy Egg Scramble

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…

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…

add eggs…

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!

a simple rue gives it that yummy, nutty flavor!

add some milk & cheese…

pour over the egg and meat mixture…

brown up some buttery bread crumbs…

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

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!

Fancy Egg Scramble

Print Recipe

• CourseBreakfast/Brunch
• Cuisinebreakfast casseroles

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

Fancy Egg Scramble Print Recipe CourseBreakfast/Brunch Cuisinebreakfast casseroles 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

• 3 Tablespoons butter
• 1 Cup cubed ham can also use sausage, shrimp or mushrooms
• 1/4 Cup green onion, chopped
• 12 eggs beaten
• 2 Tablespoons butter
• 2 Tablespoons flour
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• 2 Cups milk
• 1 Cup shredded cheese
• 4 Tablespoons melted butter
• 2 1/4 Cups bread cubes
• 1/8 teaspoon paprika

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.