Ultimate Make-Ahead Bacon and Cheese Scramble

Make Ahead Scrambled Eggs for a Crowd

🕓 Prep Time: 40 minutes
🍳 Cook Time: 4 hours
🕒 Total Time: 4 hours and 40 minutes
🍽️ Servings: 12

Description:

Indulge in the convenience of preparing a hearty breakfast ahead of time with these scrumptious make-ahead scrambled eggs for a crowd recipe. Perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches, this dish combines the richness of eggs with savory bacon, fresh vegetables, and creamy cheese for a satisfying start to your day.

Ingredients:

• 8 slices of bacon
• 3 tablespoons of butter
• 3 cups of eggs (about 16 large eggs)
• 1 cup of half-and-half
• 1 cup of milk
• 1 tablespoon of fresh chives, chopped
• 2 Italian plum tomatoes, diced
• 4 ounces of cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Fry Bacon:

   • Begin by frying the bacon until it reaches a crisp texture. Once done, drain the bacon on paper towels to remove excess grease.

2. Prepare Mushrooms:

   • Crumble the crispy bacon and set it aside, reserving about 1 tablespoon of the bacon drippings in the skillet.
   • Add mushrooms to the reserved drippings in the skillet and cook them for approximately 4 minutes, stirring often, until they are tender and flavorful. Once cooked, remove the mushrooms from the skillet and set them aside.

3. Prepare Skillet:

   • Wipe the skillet clean and melt the butter in it over medium heat.

4. Prepare Egg Mixture:

   • In a large bowl, beat the eggs until well blended. Add the half-and-half, salt, and pepper to taste, and stir to combine.
   • Pour the egg mixture into the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the eggs are softly set but still moist.

5. Add Flavorful Ingredients:

   • Stir in the soup and chopped chives to enhance the flavor of the scrambled eggs.

6. Layer Ingredients in Slow Cooker:

   • Transfer half of the cooked egg mixture into a 3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker.
   • Layer half of the cooked mushrooms, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese, and crumbled bacon over the egg mixture in the slow cooker. Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.

7. Cook Slowly:

   • Cover the slow cooker and cook the scrambled egg mixture on low heat for up to 4 hours, allowing all the flavors to meld together and creating a creamy, comforting dish that is perfect for serving a crowd.

8. Serve and Enjoy:

   • Once the scrambled eggs are fully cooked, serve them hot and enjoy the deliciousness of this make-ahead breakfast masterpiece with your family and friends.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 322.6 per serving
• Fat Content: 26.4g
• Saturated Fat Content: 11.9g
• Cholesterol Content: 327.1mg
• Sodium Content: 519.3mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 4.7g
• Fiber Content: 0.4g
• Sugar Content: 1.8g
• Protein Content: 16.6g

Whether you’re hosting a brunch gathering or simply looking for a convenient meal prep option for busy weekday mornings, these make-ahead scrambled eggs for a crowd are sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection. Enjoy the ease and deliciousness of preparing breakfast ahead of time without sacrificing flavor or quality!