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high protein breakfast bake

HIGH PROTEIN BREAKFAST BAKE

This high protein breakfast bake is a favorite to feed a crowd and also makes amazing leftovers. Hearty enough to keep you satisfied all morning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 4 to 6 People

Equipment

  • 8X 6.8 baking dish
  • whisk

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 to 1 lb Ground Turkey
  • 1 Yellow bell pepper chopped ~1 Cup
  • 2 Tbsp finely chopped garlic
  • 4 large Eggs
  • 1 Cup of Egg whites
  • 1/4 Cup of heavy whipping cream
  • 2 Cups of Spinach (Roughly chopped)
  • 1 Cup finely shredded Sharp Cheddar
  • 1-2 Tbsp Avocado oil
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Add ground turkey into a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook , while stirring and breaking up chunks until there is no more pink (~5 minutes). Then add in chopped bell peppers, 2 Tablespoons of water and cook until peppers are just tender (~5-7 minutes).
  • Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
  • Pour 1 Tablespoon of avocado oil into skillet and stir. Then add in chopped garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl combine whole eggs , egg whites, heavy cream and whisk until creamy. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and a pinch or two of black pepper.
  • Then add in cooked turkey with peppers, spinach and cheddar cheese. Mix well and pour into a lightly greased 8 x 6.8 baking dish. Shake to make sure everything is levelled.
  • Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Then remove foil and bake for another 15-20 minutes or until set.
  • Remove from oven. Cut into individual portions and serve.

Notes

  • You can increase the baking temp slightly to 365 for a faster bake but you might run the risk of the bottom getting a little to brown. 
  • You do not have to be locked in on the sharp cheddar, use your favorite baking cheeses for this dish. Mozzarella, Gouda, Gruyere, Monterey jack are other options. You can also use your favorite cheese blend.
  • You can also bake in a cast iron skillet or another sized baking dish. Ensure the debt of your mixture is at least an inch high in the baking dish. Also, if the baking dish is too deep and not as wide, it will probably take a little longer for everything to set.
  • If you want to make ahead, cook the turkey and peppers the night before. Then all you need to do in the morning is make the egg mixture, combine and bake.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and consume within 2-3 days. Reheat in the microwave, or top with a little more cheddar and reheat in the oven until cheddar melts and center is up to 165 degrees
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