OPTAVIA Counts:
| 1 Lean | 3 Green | 1 ½ Condiment |
Breakfast may be the most significant meal of the day, but with this nutritious lean and green Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Bake, you’ll be off to a good start! Could you have a typical American dinner every night? Make this lean and green Broccoli Cheddar Breakfast Bake to give you and your family an American dish that is really great, keeps you on track, and satisfies your hunger!
| Difficulty | Servings | Cooking Time | Prep Time |
| Easy | 4 | 45 minutes | 10 Minutes |
LEAN & GREEN BROCCOLI CHEDDAR BREAKFAST BAKE
INGREDIENTS
- 6 cup Small Broccoli florets
- 9 large Eggs
- 1 cup Unsweetened Almond Milk
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper (optional)*
- 1 can Light Cooking Spray
- 4 oz Reduced-Fat Cheddar Cheese shredded
LEAN & GREEN BROCCOLI CHEDDAR BREAKFAST BAKE
INSTRUCTIONS
- Preheat oven to 375*F.
- In a large microwave-safe dish, combine the broccoli with 2 to 3 Tbsp. water. Microwave on high for 3 to 4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Remove the broccoli from the microwave and transfer to the colander and drain any excess liquid in a strainer.
- Meanwhile, in a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and seasonings.
- Place the broccoli in a lightly greased 13 x 9 baking dish. Sprinkle the cheese over top, then spoon over the egg mixture.
- Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is firm and the top has a light brown crust.
