cheesy asparagus bread casserole

Recipe by
Daily Inspiration S
Somewhere, TX

A great brunch or breakfast dish.

yield 6
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For cheesy asparagus bread casserole

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 lb
    asparagus
  • 1 Tbsp
    butter
  • 1/2 c
    onion, minced
  • 1 tsp
    curry powder
  • 4 slice
    wheat bread (or white)
  • 1 c
    sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 1/2 c
    milk
  • 3
    eggs, slightly beaten
  • 1/2 tsp
    salt
  • 1/8 tsp
    black pepper

How To Make cheesy asparagus bread casserole

  • 1
    Grease a 2 qt. rectangular baking dish with cooking spray.
  • 2
    Bend asparagus and snap off asparagus. Discard woody ends and cut the rest of the asparagus into 1-2 inch pieces - approx. 2 cups.
  • 3
    Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Saute onion for approx. 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add the asparagus, curry powder and continue cooking for 2-3 minutes or until the onion and asparagus are tender.
  • 4
    Place bread slices in the bottom of dish making sure the entire bottom is covered. Layer the asparagus mixture over the bread slices. Then sprinkle with the cheddar cheese over the top.
  • 5
    In a bowl, combine milk, eggs, salt and pepper mixing well. Pour egg mixture over the cheese. Bake at 450 degrees F for 15-20 minutes or until a skewer inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the casserole rest 5-10 minutes before serving.
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