Asparagus and Egg Casserole
Quick & Easy Asparagus Dish
Have you ever been so rushed for time that you needed to make something really fast for dinner? I've been in that situation a number of times, and have had to come up with something that is not only quick and easy, but feeds a lot of people too.
This quick and easy asparagus and eggs casserole dish is great for breakfast, lunch or dinner. It can be used as the main meal or served as a side dish.
What I like about it besides being easy, is that you can make a complete meal all in one baking dish. So clean-up is also a breeze.
Whether you are a veggie only person or not, this asparagus and egg casserole recipe is sure to become a favorite you'll be pleased to serve your family.
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I said this was quick, so this is a" time saver" recipe. If you want it a little healthier use freshly cooked potatoes and asparagus, but don't overcook the potatoes or they will turn to mush. Washing the canned items does take out some of the salt, but not all of it.
This recipe is easy and allows me to do other things while it is cooking, and it comes out looking like you spent a lot of time on it.
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Cook Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 50-55 minutes
Serves: 2-3
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 slices of low fat American cheese
- 1/4 cup low fat shredded cheddar (optional)
- 3 large eggs
- 1 can of asparagus (10 1/2 oz.) cut spears. Drained/washed
- 1 can of diced potatoes (15 oz) drain and wash
- 3 veggie sausages cut into small pieces (I use Morning Star)
- pepper (to taste)
- coat the casserole dish with non-stick cooking spray
Instructions
- Preparing the canned vegetables: drain, wash, re-drain. Be sure to press lightly on the asparagus with a fork or spoon to get out all the excess liquid. Do not add salt. There is plenty in the canned veggies; however, you can have a salt shaker on the table if people desire it.
- 1. Blend in a mixing bowl three large eggs, 2 tablespoons of melted butter and pepper.
- 2. Add potatoes, "sausage" and asparagus.
- 3. Pour 1/2 the mixture into a spray coated casserole dish.
- 4. Tear the slices of cheese into smaller pieces and scatter them ontop of the mixture.
- 5. Pour the remaining mixture over the cheese.
- 6. If desired sprinkle shredded cheddar over the top. Too much makes the casserole greasy.
- 7. Bake at 350 degrees for about 40-45 minutes (depending on oven).
- Toothpick should come out clean.
- Variations: Use veggie dogs cut into 1/2 pieces. If you must use meat, some add chopped/cubed ham, meat sausage or chicken.
- Note: I do not use the shredded cheese myself. I prefer a cleaner taste.
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Cook Time
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 45-55 minutes
Serves: 4-6
Ingredients
- 2 lbs. (bunches) fresh asparagus
- 1 yellow onion minced
- 4 cups vegetarian stock
- 1 lemon (optional)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup blanched asparagus tips for garnish
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- You will need a blender, stock pot, large bowl and ladle.
- 1. In a large stock pot, cook butter and onions until soft (about 5 minutes.)
- 2. Add fresh asparagus; cook about 5 minutes.
- 3. Add veggie stock and cook 20 minutes.
- 4. In the blender, puree soup in small portions. Pour into large bowl after you puree each portion. Mix well.
- 5. Add salt/pepper
- 6. Squeeze about 1 tablespoon of lemon juice in soup and mix well. Don't use too much. This is just to cut down on the acid.
- 8. Spoon into soup bowls and serve warm.
- 9. Garnish with 2-3 asparagus tips on top of each bowl.
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