Christmas Green Chile Egg Casserole

Green chiles are a staple ingredient in New Mexican cuisine and are known for their unique flavor and mild heat.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 70 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 11.

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Christmas Green Chile Egg Casserole

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American, Mexican Courses: Breakfast, Brunch Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 40 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 1 hr 10 mins

Servings: 6 Calories: 1500

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 8 large Eggs
• 1 cup Milk
• 1 can Green chiles
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese
• 2 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoon Chopped fresh cilantro
• 6 slices Cooked bacon

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, beat the eggs. Stir in the milk, green chiles, Monterey Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cilantro.
3. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Top with cooked bacon.
4. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
5. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 2g

Protein 12g24%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.