Breakfast Bagel Casserole

Ingredients

OZO® Plant-Based Ground	1 Package
Unsalted butter	2 Tablespoons
Green bell pepper, diced	1 Pepper
Yellow onion, diced	1 Onion
Day-old bagels, cut into 1″ pieces	(1) 18 oz. Package
Large eggs	8 Eggs
Whole milk	2 Cups
Half & half	1 Cup
Shredded cheddar cheese	2 Cups
Kosher salt	1 Teaspoon
Garlic powder	½ Teaspoon
Black pepper, freshly ground	½ Teaspoon
Cream cheese, cut into 1″ cubes	6 oz.

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F.

Step 2

Coat a 9×13 inch baking pan or 3 qt. casserole dish with cooking spray and set aside.

Step 3

Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat, then add the OZO Plant-Based Ground and cook until browned and crispy, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the peppers and onions to the pan and cook until onions are translucent and pepper has softened, about 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat and allow the mixture to cool for 5 minutes.

Step 5

Layer the bagel pieces in the base of the prepared dish.

Step 6

In a large mixing bowl add the eggs, milk, half & half, cheese, salt, garlic powder, and pepper, and whisk to combine. Stir in the cooled ground and pepper mixture.

Step 7

Pour the mixture evenly over the bagels.

Step 8

Top evenly with cubes of cream cheese.

Step 9

Cover the pan with foil and bake for 20 minutes.

Step 10

Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes or until center is set and edges are golden brown.

Step 11

Remove from oven and allow to cool 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving!