Hearty Spring Potato and Veggie Bake
Indulge in the delightful flavors of spring with this Hearty Spring Potato and Veggie Bake. Perfect for breakfast or brunch, this layered strata combines tender slices of potatoes, sautéed leeks, bell peppers, and mushrooms, all enveloped in a creamy egg mixture and topped with melty cheese. This comforting dish is not only satisfying but also a vibrant way to enjoy fresh vegetables. Serve it hot and watch it disappear as everyone gathers around the table to enjoy this mouthwatering creation! A perfect dish for sharing with family and friends.
8
Servings
400
Calories
13
Ingredients
Ingredients
nonstick cooking spray
as needed (for greasing)
butter or margarine
2 tablespoons (for sautéing)
leeks
3 medium (thinly sliced)
garlic
5 cloves (finely chopped)
red bell peppers
2 cups (coarsely chopped)
sliced mushrooms
8 ounces (fresh)
potatoes
2.5 lbs (cut into 1/4-inch thick slices)
fontina or swiss cheese
2.5 cups (shredded, divided)
large eggs
5 (lightly beaten)
milk
1.25 cups (whole milk recommended)
salt
1.5 teaspoons (to taste)
black pepper
0.5 teaspoon (to taste)
dried thyme leaves
0.5 teaspoon (optional, crushed)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
21g
Fat
44g
Carbs
11g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Hearty Spring Potato and Veggie Bake?
It is a layered strata breakfast dish featuring potatoes, leeks, bell peppers, and mushrooms in a creamy egg mixture with melted cheese.
What category does this recipe belong to?
This recipe is categorized under Breakfast.
How many servings does this bake provide?
The recipe makes 8 servings.
How many calories are in one serving?
There are 400 calories per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 21g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each portion?
There are 44g of carbohydrates per serving.
What is the protein content of this dish?
This dish provides 11g of protein per serving.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, the recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
What type of cheese is recommended?
The recipe suggests using fontina or swiss cheese.
How many potatoes are needed?
You will need 2.5 lbs of potatoes.
How should the potatoes be prepared?
The potatoes should be cut into 1/4-inch thick slices.
How many eggs are used in the mixture?
The recipe calls for 5 large eggs, lightly beaten.
What kind of milk is suggested?
Whole milk is recommended for this recipe.
How much milk is required?
You will need 1.25 cups of milk.
How many leeks are used in the dish?
The recipe uses 3 medium leeks, thinly sliced.
How many garlic cloves should be added?
You should use 5 cloves of garlic, finely chopped.
How many mushrooms are needed?
The recipe requires 8 ounces of fresh sliced mushrooms.
What type of bell peppers are used?
The recipe calls for 2 cups of coarsely chopped red bell peppers.
What seasonings are included?
The seasonings include salt, black pepper, and optional dried thyme leaves.
How much cheese is used in total?
A total of 2.5 cups of shredded cheese is used, divided.
Is butter or margarine used?
The recipe allows for 2 tablespoons of either butter or margarine for sauteing.
Is this dish suitable for brunch?
Yes, it is described as perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Should the baking dish be greased?
Yes, use nonstick cooking spray as needed for greasing.
What are the tags associated with this recipe?
Tags include breakfast, brunch, potatoes, vegetarian, strata, casserole, and spring vegetables.
How much salt is used?
The recipe uses 1.5 teaspoons of salt, or to taste.
How much black pepper is required?
The recipe uses 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Is thyme a required ingredient?
No, 0.5 teaspoon of dried thyme leaves is an optional addition.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 13 ingredients.
Is there information about fiber or sugar?
No, fiber and sugar content are not specified in the recipe data.
Is this a good dish for sharing?
Yes, it is a vibrant way to enjoy fresh vegetables and is perfect for sharing with family and friends.