Fit Fare (Recipe: Mushroom, Asparagus, Gruyere & Egg Casserole)

Ready to learn a delicious secret for turning an already good morning to a great one?

Hint: it begins with this easy-to-put-together (and fabulous tasting) Mushroom, Asparagus, Gruyere & Egg Casserole.

A feast for the eyes as well as the body, Mushroom, Asparagus, Gruyere & Egg Casserole hearkens guests, family and friends to slow down and savor the start of the day with its rustic appeal and elegant flavor. Featuring a touch of minced shallot, garlic, dry white wine and just a hint of Herbes de Provence, this classic egg casserole is hearty yet silky and pairs perfectly with a delicate, mixed green salad topped with a drizzle of olive oil and freshly grated Gruyere.

An ideal entree for breakfast, brunch, lunch or dinner, this egg casserole is a savory reminder that food is a beautiful art, both before baking…

…and after.

In under an hour, start to finish, you can be enjoying a bit of heaven on a plate. Why not sink your fork into a slice today? Your taste buds and guests will thank you.

Mushroom, Asparagus, Gruyere & Egg Casserole

(recipe courtesy InnCuisine.com)

• 8 large eggs
• 1 bunch fresh asparagus (approximately 1 pound), rinsed, trimmed and cut into 1 & 1/2-inch pieces
• 3-4 ounces (about 1/2 cup) sliced mushrooms
• 3 ounces grated Gruyere, divided
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1 controlled splash of dry white wine
• 1/4 teaspoon Herbes de Provence
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

to prepare

Gently steam asparagus pieces for approximately 3 minutes, remove from heat and set aside. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F for baking. Spray your favorite casserole dish (approximately 9&1/2″ x 9&1/2″ x 1&1/2″ in size) with non-stick cooking spray.

to make the casserole

In a large bowl, break eggs and whisk gently. Add 2 ounces grated Gruyere (reserve remaining for garnish), minced shallot and garlic, splash of dry white wine, Herbes de Provence, salt and freshly ground black pepper; whisk until ingredients are thoroughly combined. Stir in steamed asparagus and sliced mushrooms. Pour egg mixture into prepared casserole dish and place on center rack of preheated, 350 degree F oven; bake for approximately 30-35 minutes (depending on size and depth of your casserole dish and accuracy of your oven). Casserole is done when eggs are set in the middle, i.e. eggs no longer jiggle when casserole dish is moved back and forth.

When eggs are set, remove casserole dish from oven and and sprinkle with remaining ounce of grated Gruyere. Cut into 4 large wedges (or 6-8 smaller ones) and serve warm.

Pair with warm, crusty bread and a mixed green sald or fruit. Optional—top bread and salad with a slight drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a bit of grated Gruyere if desired. Enjoy!

Yield: 4 servings

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