Ingredients
Scale
Gathering your ingredients is like setting the stage for a delicious performance. Here’s what you’ll need:
- 6 English muffins, cubed
- 12 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (for a smoky twist)
- 1 pound cooked ham, diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- Hollandaise sauce (store-bought or homemade, about 1 cup)
If you’re feeling adventurous, try swapping the ham for smoked salmon or turkey bacon. And don’t worry if you don’t have fresh chives—dried herbs can work in a pinch!
Instructions
Ready to bring this delicious dish to life? Let’s dive into the steps:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the cubed English muffins evenly in the prepared dish. This will be the base that soaks up all the delightful flavors.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika until well combined. Pour this mixture over the English muffin cubes.
- Sprinkle the diced ham evenly over the top, followed by the shredded cheddar cheese. Press down gently to ensure everything is nestled together.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden. You’ll know it’s ready when the kitchen smells like a cozy Sunday brunch.
- While the casserole bakes, warm up your hollandaise sauce on the stovetop or in the microwave, stirring occasionally.
- Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Drizzle the warm hollandaise sauce over the casserole and garnish with chopped chives for a burst of color and flavor.
There you have it—a dish that’s as easy as it is impressive, perfect for sharing those special moments with family.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International
Keywords: Eggs Benedict Casserole, recipe, cooking, food
