Description
Egg tortilla bake delivers pure comfort straight from your kitchen to the dinner table. Layered with melted cheese, warm tortillas, and hearty eggs, this simple meal will become your new family favorite.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 4 corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded cheese
Supporting Ingredients:
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- ½ cup diced onions
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Crack 6 large eggs into a mixing bowl and pour 1 cup milk, whisking until completely smooth and integrated.
- Season the egg mixture with 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ½ teaspoon paprika, stirring thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
- Slice 4 corn tortillas into thin strips, creating uniform pieces for consistent layering.
- Spread tortilla strips across the bottom of a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, creating a foundational layer.
- Scatter 1 cup diced bell peppers and ½ cup diced onions across the tortilla strips, ensuring even distribution.
- Gently pour the seasoned egg mixture over the tortillas and vegetables, allowing liquid to seep between ingredients.
- Generously sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheese across the entire surface, covering all ingredients.
- Position the baking dish in a preheated oven at 350°F and bake for exactly 32 minutes until the center sets and edges turn golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the dish rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow filling to stabilize.
Notes
- Gently fold the tortilla strips to create layers that will catch the egg mixture and become deliciously crispy around the edges.
- For a lower-carb version, swap flour tortillas with zucchini strips or use corn tortillas for a more authentic flavor profile.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like pepper jack or sharp cheddar to customize the dish’s flavor and add extra richness.
- Allow the bake to rest for 5-10 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the eggs set and makes cutting and serving easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Baked
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg