Italian Baked Eggs
(from Amanda_Rose’s recipe box)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves 2 people
Categories: Eggs, Italian, Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1/2 small zucchini, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped red or green sweet pepper
- 1 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoons olive oil or cooking oil
- 2 egg whites
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup fat-free milk
- 1 tablespoon shredded fresh basil
- 1/6 cup shredded mozzarella cheese (1 ounce)
- Chopped tomato (optional)
Directions
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In a medium skillet cook zucchini, onion, sweet pepper, and garlic in hot oil until onion is tender. Set aside.
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In a medium bowl stir together the egg whites, egg, milk, and basil. Stir in zucchini mixture. Pour into 4 individual quiche dishes or shallow casseroles, about 4-1/2 inches in diameter.
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Bake in a 350 degree F. oven for 15 to 20 minutes or until set. Sprinkle each serving with mozzarella cheese. Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with chopped tomato. Makes 4 servings.