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economy egg casserole

BreadandSoupLady avatar
Recipe by
Elaine Douglas
@BreadandSoupLady
Vancouver, BC

This very old recipe is high in protein and iron. It is delicious ("Everything is better with cheese"). It is very good for lunch or a light supper. Definitely worth a try.

yield 4 serving(s)
prep time 15 Min
cook time 20 Min
method Bake

Ingredients For economy egg casserole

  • 1/4 c
    chopped onion
  • 2 Tbsp
    butter
  • 6 Tbsp
    all-purpose flour
  • 2/3 c
    skim milk powder
  • dash
    pepper
  • 1/2 tsp
    dry mustard
  • 2 c
    water
  • dash
    hot sauce
  • 1 c
    grated cheddar cheese
  • 8
    eggs, hard cooked, sliced
  • 1/2 c
    fine bread crumbs
  • 2 Tbsp
    melted butter

How To Make economy egg casserole

  • 1
    Saute onion in butter until transparent. Blend in flour, skim milk powder and seasonings.
  • 2
    Gradually add water and hot sauce. Stir and cook until smooth and thick. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  • 3
    Spread one-third of the sauce in a greased 9 X 5 inch loaf pan. Cover with half the egg slices. Repeat layers, ending with sauce.
  • 4
    Mix crumbs and melted butter and sprinkle over the top. Bake at 350 F until bubbly, about 20 minutes.
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