Everything Bagel Casserole is basically everyone's brunch favorites all in one casserole dish! Everything bagels form a delectable, aromatic crust for the cheesy, creamy eggs, crunchy, salty bacon, and juicy, refreshing tomatoes. This casserole tastes just as vibrant as a sunny morning! It's a snap to make this Everything Bagel Casserole, perfect for peaceful Sunday mornings alone or big brunches with family or friends!
Ingredients
• 3 day-old everything bagels, cut into bite-size pieces (about 6 cups) • 1 bell pepper, chopped • 3/4 cup cherry tomatoes, quartered (or a regular tomato, chopped) • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped • 9 large eggs • 1 1/2 cups whole milk • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese, of your choice • 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard • 1/4 teaspoon salt • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper • 6-ounce block cream cheese, cut into bite-size pieces • everything bagel seasoning, optional • scallions, optional, for garnishDirections
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
Step 2
Grease a 9x13-inch oven-safe dish or spray it with nonstick cooking spray.
Step 3
Then, layer the chopped bagel bits, pepper, tomatoes, and bacon into the dish.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cheese, ground mustard, salt, and pepper.
Step 5
Next, pour the egg mixture evenly all over the bagel pieces in the dish.
Step 6
Distribute the pieces of cream cheese evenly and cover the casserole with the everything bagel seasoning (if using).
Step 7
Finally, place the dish in the oven and bake for 40-50 minutes or until the center is set and the edges are golden brown.
Step 8
Remove from the oven and allow to rest for 10 minutes.
Step 9
Then, if desired, top with the scallions and more everything bagel seasoning before serving.
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