Bagel and Cheese Bake
Thin slices of plain bagel are layered with sharp Cheddar, bacon, and onion, then covered with a seasoned egg-and-milk mixture and Parmesan. Baked until set, this hearty casserole combines smoky, cheesy richness with the comforting flavor of a breakfast strata, making it a satisfying choice for a weekend breakfast or brunch.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves12
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bagel and Cheese Bake, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 50 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 13 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 51 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 10
- Heart Health
- 58
- Metabolic
- 18
- Digestive
- 20
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 30
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the bacon and onion in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly brown. Drain and set aside. Slice each bagel into 4 thin slices.
- 2
Arrange 6 bagel slices in the bottom of a lightly greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with the bacon and onion mixture, followed by the Cheddar cheese. Top with the remaining bagel slices.
- 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, parsley, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the bagel layers. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
- 4
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Uncover the chilled bagel dish and bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the eggs are firm. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
- Calories 352.25 kcal Moderate 18%
- Protein 27.2 g Good Source 54%
- Carbohydrate 19.97 g 7%
- Total Fat 17.88 g High 23%
- Saturated Fat 8.89 g High 44%
- Trans Fat 0.03 g High --
- Cholesterol 271.62 mg High 91%
- Sodium 557.44 mg High 24%
- Dietary Fiber 1.52 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 3.03 g --
- Added Sugars 0.33 g Low Source 1%
- Calcium 374.92 mg Good Source 29%
- Iron 2.21 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 258.97 mg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin A 149.95 mcg Moderate 17%
- Vitamin C 0.57 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 1.49 mcg Low Source 7%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Milk 🥛
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Bagel and Cheese Bake is made with 12 ingredients and serves 12. It takes about 1 hr and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Black Pepper, Diced Onion, and Eggs. Each serving provides about 352.25 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bagel and Cheese Bake made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Black Pepper, Diced Onion, Eggs, Fresh Parsley. The full list of 12 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bagel and Cheese Bake?
- About 1 hr in total: 30 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 352.25 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bagel and Cheese Bake easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 12 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Bagel and Cheese Bake healthy?
- Bagel and Cheese Bake has an easyChef Pro health score of 39/100. Per serving, it provides 352.25 calories and 27.2 g of protein, or 54% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of calcium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 557.44 mg (24% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.89 g (44% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Milk, Wheat, Gluten and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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