Savory Breakfast Melts
Indulge in these Savory Breakfast Melts that are sure to become a household favorite! Perfect for brunches with friends or a cozy family breakfast, these delightful melts combine fluffy scrambled eggs with rich flavors from sun-dried tomatoes, bacon, and a medley of vegetables. Layered on crusty French bread and topped with gooey cheese, they make for a warm treat that can be easily reheated throughout the morning. Prepare to impress your guests or enjoy them on a lazy weekend morning!
20
Servings
N/A
Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
French bread
1 loaf (sliced into 20 1/4-inch slices)
extra large eggs
8 (cracked)
whipping cream
1/4 cup (none)
green bell pepper
1/8 cup (finely chopped)
mushroom
1/8 cup (finely chopped)
onion
1/8 cup (finely chopped)
sun-dried tomatoes
2 tablespoons (finely chopped (smoked preferred))
bacon
1/8 cup (crumbled after cooking)
Mexican blend cheese
2 1/8 cups (shredded (1/8 cup mixed with veggies and 2 cups for topping))
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2
Slice the French bread into 20 1/4-inch slices and arrange them on a baking stone or sheet.
3
Cook the bacon until crispy, then crumble it into small pieces and set aside.
4
In a mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir in 1/8 cup of the shredded Mexican blend cheese and the crumbled bacon.
5
In another bowl, crack the eggs and whisk them together with the whipping cream until well combined.
6
Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat and lightly spray with cooking spray.
7
Add the vegetable and bacon mixture to the egg mixture, then pour everything into the heated pan. Cook this mixture gently, stirring continuously to make fluffy scrambled eggs.
8
Once the eggs are cooked to your desired fluffiness, divide the mixture evenly among the prepared bread slices.
9
Sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese evenly over all 20 pieces.
10
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-18 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and golden brown.
11
Remove from the oven and serve hot, enjoying these melty, savory delights!
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the name of this recipe?
The recipe is for Savory Breakfast Melts.
What is the primary occasion for serving these melts?
They are perfect for brunches with friends or a cozy family breakfast.
What type of bread is used for this recipe?
The recipe uses a loaf of French bread.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe makes 20 servings.
What is the recommended oven temperature?
The oven should be preheated to 375°F (190°C).
How thick should the French bread slices be?
The bread should be sliced into 1/4-inch slices.
How many eggs are needed for the Savory Breakfast Melts?
You will need 8 extra large eggs.
What type of cream is added to the eggs?
1/4 cup of whipping cream is whisked with the eggs.
Which vegetables are included in the mixture?
The recipe includes finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, mushrooms, and sun-dried tomatoes.
How much onion is required?
The recipe calls for 1/8 cup of finely chopped onion.
How much green bell pepper is needed?
You need 1/8 cup of finely chopped green bell pepper.
How much mushroom is used in the recipe?
1/8 cup of finely chopped mushroom is required.
What flavor of sun-dried tomatoes is preferred?
Smoked sun-dried tomatoes are preferred for this recipe.
How many sun-dried tomatoes should I use?
The recipe uses 2 tablespoons of finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes.
How is the bacon prepared for the melts?
The bacon should be cooked until crispy and then crumbled into small pieces.
How much bacon is needed?
The recipe calls for 1/8 cup of crumbled bacon.
What kind of cheese is used in this dish?
The recipe uses a Mexican blend cheese.
How is the cheese distributed in the recipe?
1/8 cup is mixed into the vegetables and 2 cups are used as a topping.
What is the total amount of cheese required?
The total amount of cheese needed is 2 1/8 cups.
How should the eggs be cooked?
The egg and vegetable mixture should be cooked gently in a non-stick frying pan, stirring continuously to make fluffy scrambled eggs.
Should I use cooking spray for the pan?
Yes, you should lightly spray the non-stick frying pan with cooking spray.
How long do the melts need to bake in the oven?
They should bake for 15-18 minutes.
What is the visual indicator that the melts are done?
They are finished when the cheese is melted and golden brown.
Can these breakfast melts be reheated?
Yes, they can be easily reheated throughout the morning.
Is this recipe considered easy to make?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe and a crowd-pleaser.
What category of food does this recipe belong to?
It belongs to the Breakfast and Brunch category.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 9 ingredients in total.
What should I use to arrange the bread slices for baking?
You can use a baking stone or a baking sheet.
Should the melts be served hot or cold?
They should be served hot to enjoy the melty, savory flavors.
What is the description of the final texture of the eggs?
The eggs should be cooked to be fluffy scrambled eggs.