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Protein-Packed Sweet Potato Egg Casserole

A wholesome, protein-packed breakfast casserole made with roasted sweet potatoes, eggs, spinach, and cheese—perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd.

Ingredients

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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced

1 tbsp olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

1 small onion, diced

2 cups fresh spinach

10 large eggs

1/2 cup milk (or almond milk)

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp smoked paprika

Optional: cooked turkey sausage or chicken sausage

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2. Toss diced sweet potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20–25 minutes until tender.

3. Meanwhile, sauté onion in a skillet until soft, then add spinach and cook until wilted.

4. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

5. Stir in roasted sweet potatoes, onion-spinach mixture, cheddar, and feta. Add sausage if using.

6. Pour mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.

7. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, until eggs are set and top is golden.

8. Cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

Great for meal prep—store slices in the fridge for up to 4 days.

You can substitute kale for spinach or swap cheeses to taste.

For extra protein, add diced chicken or turkey sausage.

This casserole freezes well—just reheat in the oven or microwave.

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