This easy breakfast egg bake is a hearty meal for a growing family. I like to cook up this easy breakfast bake on a Sunday morning to keep everyone happy and full during church. We have an hour drive there and back so a good breakfast is required. No one wants hangry babies or mamas because breakfast was not enough.
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You can also freeze the baked casserole for up to 3 months and when doing that, I suggest baking it in a disposable aluminum pan. Cool completely, cover with plastic wrap, then a layer of aluminum foil.
Can you freeze eggs?
Yes, you sure can. That’s why I like to get these breakfast bakes prepared as much as possible and get them frozen. Then the egg and meat cooking mess are done ahead of time. All I need to do is pull the pan from the freezer the night before I need it and shove it in the oven with slight prep work the falling morning.
You can even freeze individual egg portions if you want to have them handy in the freezer. Maybe your chickens are laying at maximum capacity and you want to preserve your bounty. I love these egg dishes because they are so easy to make and freeze exceptionally well. I also love individual egg portions for grabbing and going. Eggs can keep up to a year in the freezer.
Let’s get this recipe started, shall we? First, put your bacon in the oven to get all nice and crispy while you work on the rest of the easy breakfast egg bake. Bonus that it will make your house smell amazing while it cooks!
Mix together eggs, milk, and sour cream. This is the part where you could add the seasonings that your family likes. I like to add onion powder, garlic powder, salt and pepper. Sometimes I add fresh garlic or cilantro if I have it floating around. You really can’t go wrong as long as your family likes it.
Chop up the bacon after it comes out of the oven and add it to the above mixture. Pour evenly into four 9×13 pans. Top with tater tots or shredded hash browns. Finally add a cup of cheese to the top of each casserole.
For freezing: Wrap twice with aluminum foil and write the name of the dish along with date. Wrap again with 2 layers of plastic wrap. I’ve never had a freezer meal go freezer burnt on my using this method. Never, not once. Remove from freezer 24 hours in advance of cooking.
How to Freeze Eggs & How to Use Them
FAQ
Is it better to freeze an egg casserole cooked or uncooked?
How do you reheat frozen egg bake?
How long can you keep an egg bake?
Can you freeze egg dishes?
Can you freeze egg casserole before baking?
You can simply prepare the casserole as normal, then cover and freeze the dish. But if you are preparing an egg casserole ahead of time, you might wonder if it’s best to freeze before baking or to bake first and reheat in the morning.
Are eggs gluten free?
Gluten is a protein found in cereals such as barley, wheat and rye, which are generally used in flour. Eggs are part of the group of foods that do not contain gluten, along with meats, vegetables and fruits.
Can you freeze raw eggs?
Raw or semi-raw eggs turn rubbery when frozen. Cook casseroles in disposable aluminum pans rather than your everyday baking dishes. They can go from the oven to the freezer without tying up a pan you might otherwise want to use. Set the casserole on a cooling rack until it comes to room temperature.
Can you freeze a casserole before baking?
While both methods can work, the best method depends on the casserole’s ingredients. If you pre-cook your ingredients before adding them to the casserole dish, it may be best to freeze it before baking. Then, when you’re ready to eat the meal, you can allow the casserole to defrost in the fridge overnight and bake it in the morning.