Brunch Casserole
Brunch Casserole might be a good recipe to expand your hor d'oeuvre repertoire. One serving contains 231 calories, 10g of protein, and 11g of fat. This recipe serves 15. 12 people found this recipe to be flavorful and satisfying. This recipe from Allrecipes requires half-and-half cream, salt and pepper, chilies, and rice. It can be enjoyed any time, but it is especially good for Christmas. It is a good option if you're following a lacto ovo vegetarian diet. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Instructions
Place eggs in a large saucepan and cover with cold water. Bring water to a boil; cover, remove from heat, and let eggs stand in hot water for 10 to 12 minutes.
Remove from hot water, cool, peel and slice.
In large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onions and rice; cook, stirring occasionally, until onions are limp.
Pour in 2 cups chicken broth, cover and cook until rice is done, about 20 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch casserole dish.
In another saucepan, melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter.
Whisk in flour. Slowly stir in cream and remaining 2 tablespoons chicken broth; stir constantly until thickened.
Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Spread half of the cooked rice in bottom of the prepared pan. Top with half of the egg slices, half of the diced green chilies and half of each of the cheeses. Spoon half of the chicken gravy the eggs. Repeat with remaining ingredients.
Bake uncovered in preheated oven until bubbly and golden.
Sprinkle with paprika if desired.