"Egg, Muenster Cheese, and Chive Breakfast Loaf is enriched with fluffy eggs, creamy Muenster cheese, and aromatic chives, served alongside a homemade roasted red pepper sauce for a harmonious balance of flavors."
Egg, Muenster Cheese, and Chive Breakfast Loaf with Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
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Prep time: 30mins
Cook time: 1hr
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
For the Breakfast Loaf
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups grated muenster cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped chives
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
- for greasing unsalted butter
ingredients
For the Roasted Red Pepper Sauce
- 2 red bell peppers
- 2 cloves of minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
Method
Step 1
Preheat the Broiler: Adjust your oven rack to the highest position, directly under the broiler. Preheat the broiler.
Step 2
Prepare the Red Peppers: Wash and dry the red bell peppers. Cut each pepper in half lengthwise and remove the seeds and membranes. Lay the pepper halves, cut side down on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet with the peppers under the broiler. Keep a close eye on them, as they can roast quickly. The skin will blister and char within about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Peel and Chop: Once the skin of the peppers is charred, carefully remove the baking sheet from the oven. Immediately transfer the hot roasted red pepper halves to a sealed container. Seal the container and let the peppers steam for about 10 minutes. This will make it easier to peel off the skin. Peel the skin off the pepper halves. It should come off easily. Chop the roasted peppers into small pieces, and they are now ready for the sauce.
Step 4
Reduce Oven Temperature: Turn your oven temperature down to 350°F. Grease a standard loaf pan with butter.
Step 5
Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the 10 eggs and heavy cream until well combined. Stir in the grated Muenster cheese and the chopped chives. Season the mixture with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
Step 6
Bake the Breakfast Loaf: Pour the egg and cheese mixture directly into the greased loaf pan. Place the loaf pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 45 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. The cooking time may vary slightly depending on your oven, so keep an eye on it.
Step 7
Prepare the Red Pepper Sauce: In a saucepan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for a minute until fragrant. Add the chopped roasted red peppers and balsamic vinegar to the saucepan and cook for another 3-5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor, and blend until smooth. Season with paprika and salt and ground pepper to taste. If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little water or chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.
Step 8
Serve: Once the breakfast loaf is cooked through and has a golden hue, remove it from the oven. Allow it to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Serve each slice of the Egg, Muenster Cheese, and Chive Breakfast Loaf with a generous drizzle of the homemade roasted red pepper sauce.