# Breakfast casserole (from Food Wishes)

Video: [Easy Breakfast Casserole | Food Wishes](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk) by [Food Wishes](https://www.youtube.com/@foodwishes).
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- Serves: not stated
- Total time: not stated
- Ontario estimate*: ~$7.03 per serving, ~$21.10 for ~3 portions (assumed); saves ~$6.97* per serving (50%) vs ordering out (~$14.00*). * Estimate: 3 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; the video doesn't state how many it serves, so 3 portions were assumed; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario brunch plate at ~$14, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

## Ingredients

- 2 bunches asparagus
- sliced ham sliced ham
- generously salted (for water) salt
- peeled and quartered russet potatoes russet potatoes
- a drizzle olive oil
- 1 diced onion onion _(amount estimated)_
- 1 diced red bell pepper red bell pepper _(amount estimated)_
- 1 big pinch salt
- 12 large eggs large eggs
- to taste salt _(amount estimated)_
- to taste black pepper _(amount estimated)_
- a few shakes cayenne pepper
- milk milk
- heavy cream heavy cream
- grated cheddar cheese cheddar cheese
- grated Monterey Jack cheese Monterey Jack cheese

## Steps

1. [0:27](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=27s) Trim and cut the asparagus into 1-inch pieces, keeping the tips separate.
2. [0:53](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=53s) Cut the sliced ham into 1-inch strips, then slice across into bite-sized pieces.
3. [1:16](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=76s) Blanch the asparagus in generously salted boiling water for about a minute until the water returns to a boil.
4. [1:34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=94s) Transfer the blanched asparagus immediately into a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process, then drain.
5. [2:01](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=121s) Boil the peeled, quartered russet potatoes in the same water until fully tender, then drain thoroughly.
6. [2:21](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=141s) Sauté the diced onion and red bell pepper in olive oil with a pinch of salt over medium-high heat until softened.
7. [3:01](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=181s) Whisk the eggs in a bowl with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
8. [3:33](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=213s) Pour in the milk and cream, and whisk until evenly combined.
9. [3:53](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=233s) Cut the cooked potatoes into bite-sized pieces directly into a greased casserole dish.
10. [4:40](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=280s) Scatter half of the grated cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the potatoes.
11. [4:51](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=291s) Spread half of the sautéed onion and pepper mixture over the cheese.
12. [4:57](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=297s) Evenly distribute the sliced ham and blanched asparagus over the casserole.
13. [5:27](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=327s) Top with the remaining onion and pepper mixture.
14. [5:34](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=334s) Pour the egg custard mixture carefully over the ingredients without pressing them down.
15. [5:57](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=357s) Sprinkle the remaining grated cheese over the top.
16. [6:10](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=370s) Gently shake and tap the casserole dish to settle the egg mixture into all the spaces.
17. [6:24](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=384s) Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 50 to 55 minutes until the top is lightly browned and the eggs are set.
18. [6:49](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HILQ80TNyCk&t=409s) Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes to tighten up before slicing and serving.

## Equipment

- knife
- cutting board
- pot
- spider strainer
- skillet
- whisk
- mixing bowl
- casserole dish
- spatula

## What the video didn't say

- Exact quantities of ham, potatoes, milk, cream, and cheese
- Exact baking time (stated as 50 to 55 minutes)
- Servings and total prep/cook time

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