Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon vegetable oil
- 3 eggs
- 3 cups chopped vegetables such as broccoli, green pepper, mushrooms, and onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced, or 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 3-ounce package light cream cheese (also called Neufchatel), softened
- 1 cup day-old bread (about 1 slice), cubed
- Optional: 1/3 cup cooked ham, chopped
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/3 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- Nonstick cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add vegetables and garlic. Cook, stirring occasionally, until vegetables are tender. Turn off heat and pat the vegetables with paper towels to remove any excessliquid or moisture. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. Add eggs and mix well.
- Stir in vegetables, bread, ham, and pepper.
- Pour into greased 8 x 8-inch baking dish or small casserole dish.
- Bake, uncovered, for about 30 minutes, or until egg mixture is firm. Remove from oven.
- Sprinkle cheese on top and bake for 5 more minutes.
Tips and variations
- Children can wash and pat dry vegetables. Older children can help chop vegetables.
- Substitute other cooked vegetables, cooked meats, and cheese to create your own favorite combination of flavors
Nutritional info
Calories
145
Total fat
9 g
Saturated fat
4 g
Cholesterol
115 mg
Sodium
233 mg
Total carbohydrates
6 g
Dietary fiber
1 g
Protein
10 g
Total sugar
2 g
Allergens
Dairy
Eggs
Wheat
Soy