As a family, we had a lot to celebrate this weekend. Birthdays, good news, and the end of a brutally cold mid-winter race. So, of course, we ate brunch. A lot of it.

Side note: This post is all about brunch. If you don’t like brunch, then, I’m sorry but we really can’t be friends.

After the Manasquan mid-winter beach run/walk, we ran even faster to a breakfast place called The Buttered Biscuit. It was just too delicious to not share with you.

Most of us are watching our carbs, or just want to eat a little bit healthier, and we know that it’s wise to lower carbohydrates and increase our intake of protein and veggies.

Introducing – The Low Carb Egg Bake

This recipe can be made ahead of time and heated up during the week for a quick protein-rich breakfast. Or, if you’re anything like me and my crew, it makes for a delicious brunch recipe that will keep you full for hours!

As you can see, breaking the fast can be just as delightful when you’re lowering your carb intake. I must give credit to my sister for this tasty recipe that your whole family (or the friends you make family) will enjoy.

Ingredients: (Serves 6-7 people, or breakfast for 1-2 hungry people for the week)

• 8 ounces breakfast sausage (reduced sodium and low fat)
• 8 large eggs (brown eggs)
• 1 1/2 cup skim milk
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 cup of tomatoes
• 1 green bell pepper
• 1 onion
• 2 cups shredded low-fat cheddar cheese (or dairy-free cheese)
• Sprinkle dried parsley and pepper

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F
2. Beat eggs with milk and flour
3. Sauté onions and bell pepper
4. Cook sausage patties
5. Mix the rest of the above ingredients together
6. Pour into a greased pan
7. Bake for 40-45 minutes

Enjoy with coffee or mimosas! Are you a fan of egg casserole? Would you make this recipe?

I’ll end this post with a quote by Julia Child,

“A party without cake is just a meeting.”

Let me know what you think in the comments section and follow @vivieimpara on Instagram for more. If you make the more-than-awesome decision to make this recipe, use the hashtag #cookfoyoself and tag me in it!

Love always,

Elizabeth Kate