Shakshuka-Style Breakfast Bake
Cook time: 25 minutes
A Mediterranean-inspired breakfast casserole with sautéed peppers, onions, and tomatoes topped with baked eggs and creamy ricotta. All the flavors of shakshuka in an easy-to-serve casserole format.
NOTES: Can be prepared the night before up to the point of adding eggs. Store covered in refrigerator and add eggs just before baking. Leftovers keep well for 2-3 days.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 large yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes, drained
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for drizzling
- Crusty bread for serving (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish or large cast iron skillet.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced bell peppers and onion, cooking for 8-10 minutes until softened and slightly caramelized.
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Add minced garlic, cumin, paprika, and red pepper flakes. Cook for another minute until fragrant.
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Stir in drained diced tomatoes, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, allowing some of the liquid to evaporate and flavors to meld.
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Transfer the vegetable mixture to your prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
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Using a spoon, create 6 wells in the vegetable mixture. Crack each egg into a small bowl first, then gently pour into each well.
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Dot the ricotta cheese around the dish between the eggs.
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Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until egg whites are set but yolks are still slightly runny (cook longer if you prefer firmer yolks).
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Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with fresh parsley and drizzle with olive oil.
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Serve hot directly from the baking dish with crusty bread if desired.
Macros
Whole Dish
Field | Amount |
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Calories | 1110 |
Protein | 54g |
Fat | 78g |
Carbs | 60g |
Fiber | 18g |
Sugar | 42g |
Volume | 1200g |
Per 250g (~1c)
230 calories, 11g protein, 16g fat, 12g carbs, 4g fiber, 9g sugar