Break away from the average breakfast and make one of our egg recipes! Transform the simple, affordable egg into a flavorful, can't-get-enough brunch, lunch or dinner.
Our Best Egg Recipes
Updated on Apr. 28, 2024
Bacon and Eggs Casserole
Because it’s fast to fix and such a great hit with family and friends, this egg casserole with bacon is a favorite of mine to make for brunches. Served with a fruit salad, hot muffins and croissants, it’s excellent for an after-church meal. —Deanna Durward-Orr, Windsor, Ontario.
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Creamy Egg Salad
Total Time
10 min
Servings
3 cups
From the Recipe Creator:
I love the versatility of this creamy egg salad. You can serve it on a nest of mixed greens, tucked into a sandwich or with your favorite crisp crackers. —Cynthia Kohlberg, Syracuse, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 cup: 228 calories, 19g fat (6g saturated fat), 264mg cholesterol, 456mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein.
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Oven Denver Omelet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like omelets but don’t always have time to stand by the stove. That’s why I favor this oven-baked variety that I can quickly pop into the oven at a moment’s notice. My family frequently requests this for Sunday brunch. They always empty the dish. —Ellen Bower, Taneytown, Maryland
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 235 calories, 16g fat (8g saturated fat), 326mg cholesterol, 506mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 17g protein.
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Breakfast Egg Muffins
Total Time
30 min
Servings
1 dozen
From the Recipe Creator:
After enjoying scrambled egg muffins at a local restaurant, I came up with this breakfast egg muffins recipe that my husband likes even better. They’re pretty, hearty and fun to serve, too. —Cathy Larkins, Marshfield, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 muffin: 140 calories, 10g fat (4g saturated fat), 201mg cholesterol, 315mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 10g protein.
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Eggs Benedict Casserole
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
12 servings (1-2/3 cups sauce)
From the Recipe Creator:
This eggs Benedict casserole is just as tasty as the classic but without all the hassle. Simply assemble the ingredients ahead, and bake it the next morning for an elegant breakfast or brunch. —Sandie Heindel, Liberty, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece with about 2 tablespoons sauce: 286 calories, 19g fat (10g saturated fat), 256mg cholesterol, 535mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Sausage, Egg and Cheddar Farmers Breakfast
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
This hearty combination of sausage, hash browns and eggs will warm you up on a cold winter morning. —Bonnie Roberts, Newaygo, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 330 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
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Cream Cheese & Chive Omelet
Total Time
15 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The first bite of creamy filling lets you know this isn’t any old omelet. Make it once, and we suspect you’ll be fixing it often. —Anne Troise, Manalapan, New Jersey
Nutrition Facts:
1/2 omelet: 305 calories, 27g fat (10g saturated fat), 455mg cholesterol, 374mg sodium, 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 15g protein.
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Hard-Boiled Eggs
Total Time
20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
In the kitchen, it’s important to start with something simple, like how to cook hard-boiled eggs. Use this egg recipe in plenty of dishes, or eat them plain for a quick protein fix. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 egg: 75 calories, 5g fat (2g saturated fat), 213mg cholesterol, 63mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat.
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Italian Brunch Torte
Total Time
1 hour 50 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We always serve this impressive layered breakfast bake with a salad of mixed greens and tomato wedges. It is one of our most requested dishes and can be served warm or cold. —Danny Diamond, Farmington Hills, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 480 calories, 29g fat (13g saturated fat), 191mg cholesterol, 1674mg sodium, 25g carbohydrate (8g sugars, 0 fiber), 26g protein.
Tip: Freezing eggs can be a time-saving and convenient solution for meal prep! Check how to freeze eggs so that you to store eggs properly and eliminate food waste in your household.
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Zucchini Egg Skillet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My neighbor shared more zucchini from his garden than I knew what to do with. He loved this recipe—it's great for brunch or a special breakfast. —Darcy Kennedy, Hendersonvlle, North Carolina
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 316 calories, 22g fat (7g saturated fat), 209mg cholesterol, 552mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 14g protein.
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Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
4 hours 20 min
Servings
12 servings.
From the Recipe Creator:
Easy and cheesy, my go-to casserole for action-packed mornings has made many appearances at holiday breakfasts, potlucks and even my daughter's college apartment to feed her hungry roommates. —Patty Bernhard, Greenville, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 324 calories, 19g fat (9g saturated fat), 239mg cholesterol, 822mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Yankee Rancheros
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
After my in-laws began affectionately referring to me as a Yankee, I decided I had to learn to make some Mexican dishes. These are super easy and make my Tex-Mex-loving family happy—even if they do come from a Northerner!. —Darla Andrews, Boerne, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 430 calories, 23g fat (6g saturated fat), 202mg cholesterol, 703mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 16g protein.
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Brunch Burritos
Total Time
4 hours 30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I like to use a second slow cooker to keep the tortillas warm and pliable when I serve these hearty burritos. Just place a clean wet cloth in the bottom, then cover it with foil and add your tortillas.—Beth Osburn, Levelland, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 burrito (calculated without optional toppings): 683 calories, 38g fat (15g saturated fat), 449mg cholesterol, 1650mg sodium, 41g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 7g fiber), 35g protein.
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Shakshuka
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Shakshuka is a dish of poached eggs with tomatoes, onion and cumin. I learned about it while traveling through Southeast Asia, and it's been my favorite way to eat eggs since. —Ezra Weeks, Calgary, Alberta
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 159 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 381mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 7g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1-1/2 fat, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 vegetable.
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Bacon ‘n’ Egg Lasagna
Total Time
1 hour 20 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My sister-in-law served this special dish for Easter breakfast one year, and our whole family loved the mix of bacon, eggs, noodles and cheese. Now I sometimes assemble it the night before and bake it in the morning for a terrific hassle-free brunch entree. —Dianne Meyer, Graniteville, Vermont
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 386 calories, 20g fat (9g saturated fat), 252mg cholesterol, 489mg sodium, 28g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 1g fiber), 23g protein.
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Italian Cloud Eggs
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Drop egg yolks on nests of whipped Italian-seasoned egg whites, then bake in a cast-iron skillet. Dreamy!—Matthew Hass, Franklin, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 96 calories, 6g fat (2g saturated fat), 190mg cholesterol, 234mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 8g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 medium-fat meat.
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Smoked Salmon Deviled Eggs
Total Time
50 min
Servings
32 appetizers
From the Recipe Creator:
Flaky salmon and creamy sauce go so well over hard-boiled eggs. Drizzle the sauce or serve it on the side; it's great either way. —Marinela Dragan, Portland, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 stuffed egg half: 129 calories, 12g fat (3g saturated fat), 115mg cholesterol, 180mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 4g protein.
Also, check our easy techniques for how to boil eggs which will make you an eggs expert in no time.
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Breakfast Bread Bowls
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
The best part about these creative and convenient bread bowls is that you can fill them with whatever you want. This is one of our favorite breakfasts. —Patrick Lavin, Jr., Birdsboro, Pennsylvania
Nutrition Facts:
1 breakfast bowl: 256 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 206mg cholesterol, 658mg sodium, 19g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein.
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Southwestern Hash with Eggs
Total Time
1 hour 10 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Before I retired, this all-in-one skillet dish was constantly requested at office brunches. I'd leave out the eggs, double or triple the recipe and wrap servings of the zippy pork mixture in warm corn tortillas. —Barbara Beasley, Beaumont, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 520 calories, 23g fat (10g saturated fat), 335mg cholesterol, 1104mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 4g fiber), 49g protein.
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Bacon and Egg Casserole
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Because it's fast to fix and such a great hit with family and friends, this egg casserole with bacon is a favorite of mine to make for brunches. Served with a fruit salad, hot muffins and croissants, it's excellent for an after-church meal. —Deanna Durward-Orr, Windsor, Ontario
Nutrition Facts:
1 each: 289 calories, 22g fat (10g saturated fat), 420mg cholesterol, 508mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 16g protein.
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Veggie Sausage Strata
Total Time
1 hour 35 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
As a retired home economics teacher, I've made quite a few recipes through the years. This hearty casserole is a favorite in my family. —Dorothy Erickson, Blue Eye, Missouri
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 501 calories, 34g fat (14g saturated fat), 204mg cholesterol, 1236mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.
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Bacon & Mushroom Omelets
Total Time
25 min
Servings
2 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I had grown tired of the same breakfast meals and wanted to make something more interesting. This fresh, flavorful omelet comes with a versatile sauce that can also be used as a nacho dip or topping, over mashed potatoes or inside burritos. —Susan Kieboam, Streetsboro, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 omelet with 1/4 cup sauce (calculated without optional toppings): 393 calories, 29g fat (14g saturated fat), 426mg cholesterol, 981mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 0 fiber), 23g protein.
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Cheesy Ham & Egg Sandwiches
Total Time
30 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I turned classic breakfast sandwiches into something heartier that you could even enjoy for dinner. We pile toppings like salsa and avocado—mayo and ketchup, too—on the homemade biscuits. —Fay Moreland, Wichita Falls, Texas
Nutrition Facts:
1 sandwich: 430 calories, 25g fat (12g saturated fat), 198mg cholesterol, 1058mg sodium, 34g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
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Brunch Pizza
Total Time
40 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Whenever I entertain guests, this zippy pizza is a definite crowd-pleaser. It also makes a great late-night snack for any time of the year! —Janelle Lee, Appleton, Wisconsin
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 340 calories, 24g fat (10g saturated fat), 170mg cholesterol, 756mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 14g protein.
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Mushroom-Avocado Eggs on Toast
Total Time
35 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Two of my favorites – mushroom and avocado – make a stacked sandwich fancy enough for company or a weekend breakfast with the family. —Carol McLaughlin, Papillion, Nebraska
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 319 calories, 22g fat (8g saturated fat), 307mg cholesterol, 431mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 3g fiber), 15g protein.
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Overnight Asparagus Strata
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I've made this tasty egg dish for breakfast, brunch, even dinner as a side dish. This is not your run-of-the-mill strata. —Lynn Licata, Sylvania, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 318 calories, 17g fat (9g saturated fat), 255mg cholesterol, 916mg sodium, 20g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein.
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Eggs Benedict
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Legend has it that poached eggs on an English muffin started at Delmonico’s in New York. Here’s my take on this brunch classic, and don’t spare the hollandaise. —Barbara Pletzke, Herndon, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 345 calories, 26g fat (14g saturated fat), 331mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 13g protein.
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Ham & Brie Strata
Total Time
55 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
There's nothing quite like my comfy strata made with Brie, ham and mushrooms. Put it together and bake it now, or hold it overnight to pop into the oven tomorrow. —Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grove, Utah
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 243 calories, 12g fat (6g saturated fat), 162mg cholesterol, 680mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
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Sheepherder’s Breakfast
Total Time
30 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My sister-in-law always made this delicious breakfast dish when we were camping and had to come up with good, easy breakfast ideas. Served with toast, juice and milk or coffee, it's a sure hit with the breakfast crowd! One-dish casseroles like this were a big help while I was raising my nine children. Now I've passed this recipe on to them. —Pauletta Bushnell, Albany, Oregon
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 354 calories, 22g fat (9g saturated fat), 222mg cholesterol, 617mg sodium, 22g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 17g protein.
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Cheesy Vegetable Egg Dish
Total Time
55 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'm a cook at a Bible camp, and this is one of my most popular recipes. Everyone who tries it raves about it. The one that touched me the most was when a 10-year-old boy asked me for the recipe so he could have his mom make it at home. —Elsie Campbell, Dulzura, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 407 calories, 30g fat (17g saturated fat), 287mg cholesterol, 759mg sodium, 10g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 24g protein.
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Mediterranean Broccoli & Cheese Omelet
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My Italian mother-in-law taught me to make this omelet years ago—she would make it for breakfast, lunch or dinner and eat it on Italian bread. This is one of my favorite ways to use up leftover broccoli. —Mary Licata, Pembroke Pines, Florida
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge (calculated without shaved Romano cheese): 229 calories, 17g fat (5g saturated fat), 290mg cholesterol, 775mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein.
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Prosciutto-Pesto Breakfast Strata
Total Time
1 hour 15 min
Servings
10 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I'd never tried prosciutto before this recipe, and it instantly made me a big-time fan! The layers of flavor in this dish are brilliant, making it well worth the time and a must for your recipe box. —Vicki Anderson, Farmington, Minnesota
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 440 calories, 26g fat (10g saturated fat), 138mg cholesterol, 1215mg sodium, 30g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 2g fiber), 22g protein.
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Stir-Fry Rice Bowl
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My meatless version of Korean bibimbap is tasty, pretty and easy to tweak for different spice levels. —Devon Delaney, Westport, Connecticut
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 305 calories, 11g fat (2g saturated fat), 186mg cholesterol, 364mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 4g fiber), 12g protein.
Diabetic Exchanges: 2 starch, 1 vegetable, 1 medium-fat meat, 1 fat.
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Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
55 min
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
For the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, bread and cheese, this is the dish to try. My mom and I like this sausage breakfast casserole because it bakes up tender and golden, slices beautifully and goes over well whenever we serve it. —Gayle Grigg, Phoenix, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 339 calories, 23g fat (9g saturated fat), 189mg cholesterol, 921mg sodium, 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
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Eggs and Potatoes
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
I love having breakfast for dinner, especially this combination of eggs, potatoes and cheese. I start cooking it in a skillet on the stovetop, and then I pop it into the oven to bake. —Nadine Merheb, Tucson, Arizona
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 395 calories, 23g fat (12g saturated fat), 461mg cholesterol, 651mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 3g fiber), 19g protein.
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Curried Egg Salad
Total Time
15 min
Servings
6 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
A curry kick gives this egg salad big appeal. We love it when the weather gets warm. —Joyce McDowell, West Union, Ohio
Nutrition Facts:
1 open-faced sandwich: 273 calories, 20g fat (4g saturated fat), 188mg cholesterol, 284mg sodium, 14g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 10g protein.
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Amish Breakfast Casserole
Total Time
50 min
Servings
12 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
We enjoyed hearty breakfast casseroles during a visit to an Amish inn. When I asked for a recipe, one of the women told me the ingredients right off the top of her head. I modified it a bit to create this version that my family loves. —Beth Notaro, Kokomo, Indiana
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 273 calories, 18g fat (10g saturated fat), 153mg cholesterol, 477mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 18g protein.
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Calico Scrambled Eggs
Total Time
15 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When you're short on time and scrambling to get a meal on the table, this recipe is just what you need. There's a short ingredient list, cooking is kept to a minimum, and the green pepper and tomato makes it colorful. —Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Nutrition Facts:
1 cup: 188 calories, 13g fat (5g saturated fat), 381mg cholesterol, 248mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 14g protein. Diabetic exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
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Salsa & Scrambled Egg Sandwiches
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Power up with a breakfast that keeps you going all morning long. In my humble opinion, this sandwich tastes so much better than anything that comes from a drive-thru! —Marcia Conlon, Traverse City, Michigan
Nutrition Facts:
2 open-faced sandwiches (calculated without sour cream): 454 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 396mg cholesterol, 1111mg sodium, 37g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 7g fiber), 25g protein.
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Frittata Florentine
Total Time
30 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
My family is all about brunchy meals like this gorgeous Italian omelet. Lucky for us, it’s loaded with ingredients we tend to have at the ready. —Jenny Flake, Newport Beach, California
Nutrition Facts:
1 piece: 176 calories, 11g fat (4g saturated fat), 174mg cholesterol, 451mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 medium-fat meat, 1/2 fat.
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What's in the Fridge Frittata
Total Time
25 min
Servings
4 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
Great for a last-minute breakfast, brunch or lunch, this special frittata has a combination of crab and Swiss cheese that my guests rave about. I also like to use sausage and cheddar cheese with asparagus. —Deborah Posey, Virginia Beach, Virginia
Nutrition Facts:
1 wedge: 215 calories, 13g fat (4g saturated fat), 361mg cholesterol, 265mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 1g fiber), 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 3 lean meat, 1-1/2 fat.
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Brunch Hash & Egg Bake
Total Time
1 hour
Servings
8 servings
From the Recipe Creator:
When my kids were growing up, I was cooking for eight. I couldn't conveniently fry eggs for that many people, so I devised this recipe that became a family favorite. Mild and salty feta cheese is my favorite for the dish, but shredded cheddar or Parmesan work, too. —Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia
Nutrition Facts:
1 serving: 460 calories, 29g fat (10g saturated fat), 234mg cholesterol, 761mg sodium, 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fiber), 21g protein.
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