Cheesy Broccoli Egg Lasagna: Creamy Comfort in Every Bite

Absolutely, let’s dive into the world of a delightful Broccoli and Egg Lasagna recipe! 🥦🍳🧀

Broccoli and Egg Lasagna

Overview:

Here is a wonderful brunch recipe, perfect for those weekend gatherings or even as a hearty supper with a side salad. This dish is a hit in my household, and I often prepare it the night before, refrigerate, and then bake it to perfection before serving. It’s a time-saver and always brings smiles to the table. Enjoy!

Times:

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter 🧈
• 1/3 cup flour 🌾
• 3 cups half-and-half 🥛
• 3 green onions, finely chopped 🧅
• 1/4 cup cooked ham, diced 🍖
• 1/4 cup fresh broccoli florets, chopped 🥦
• 9 lasagna noodles, cooked and drained 🍝
• 2 to 2 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese 🧀
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese 🧀
• 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 🌶️
• 3 to 4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced 🥚

Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Prepare Baking Dish: Butter a 13×9 baking dish generously to prevent sticking.

3. Make White Sauce:

   • In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Stir in the flour, salt, and pepper until smooth and fragrant.
   • Gradually add the half-and-half, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
   • Bring the mixture to a light boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 2 minutes, or until thickened to a creamy consistency.

4. Flavor Infusion:

   • Remove the saucepan from heat.
   • Stir in the finely chopped green onions and hot pepper sauce for a kick of flavor.

5. Layering the Lasagna:

   • Spread a quarter of the white sauce evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
   • Arrange three lasagna noodles on top of the sauce.
   • Layer half of the diced ham and chopped broccoli over the noodles.
   • Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese and 1 cup of grated cheddar cheese over the ham and broccoli.
   • Arrange half of the sliced hard-boiled eggs evenly on top.
   • Repeat the layers: white sauce, noodles, ham, broccoli, cheeses, eggs.
   • Finish with a final layer of noodles, remaining white sauce, and the rest of the grated cheeses.

6. Bake to Perfection:

   • Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
   • Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, until the lasagna is bubbly and the cheese is melted and golden brown.

7. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Allow the lasagna to cool slightly before slicing into generous portions.
   • Serve it up with a crisp side salad for a balanced meal.

Tips:

• Make-Ahead Magic: As mentioned earlier, this dish can be assembled the night before and stored in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to meld together even more, and all you have to do the next day is pop it in the oven!

• Variety in Veggies: Feel free to customize this lasagna with your favorite vegetables. Spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers would all be delicious additions or substitutions.

• Cheese, Please!: Don’t skimp on the cheese—this is what gives the lasagna its gooey, irresistible texture. Feel free to mix up the types of cheese for a more complex flavor profile.

• Serving Suggestions: This lasagna is a meal in itself, but if you’re looking to round it out, a simple green salad dressed with a tangy vinaigrette or some garlic bread on the side would be perfect.

• Freeze for Later: This lasagna freezes beautifully! Simply allow it to cool completely, then wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil before freezing. To reheat, thaw overnight in the refrigerator and bake until warmed through.

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 672.6
• Total Fat: 46.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 26.9g
• Cholesterol: 251.8mg
• Sodium: 543.2mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 2.1g
  • Sugars: 1.7g
• Protein: 32.9g

There you have it! A hearty, comforting Broccoli and Egg Lasagna recipe that’s sure to become a favorite in your household. Whether it’s a weekend brunch or a cozy weeknight supper, this dish delivers on flavor and comfort. Enjoy! 🥦🍳🧀