Paula Deen Hard Boiled Egg Casserole
Transform your breakfast or brunch routine with Paula Deen’s Hard Boiled Egg Casserole, a rich and comforting dish brimming with Southern charm. Perfectly sliced hard-boiled eggs are layered with a velvety, homemade cheese sauce made from sharp cheddar, Dijon mustard, and a hint of paprika, creating a savory, creamy base. Topped with a crunchy mixture of buttery cracker crumbs and Parmesan cheese, this casserole bakes to golden perfection in just 25 minutes. Ideal for cozy family mornings or as a hearty side dish, it’s an easy crowd-pleaser that’s ready in under 45 minutes. Whether you’re looking for a unique way to enjoy hard-boiled eggs or an impressive dish for your next gathering, this recipe marries simplicity and flavor in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 large hard-boiled eggs
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup cracker crumbs (such as Ritz crackers)
- 0.25 cup parmesan cheese, grated
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x9-inch casserole dish.
Peel the hard-boiled eggs and slice them into thick rounds. Set them aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the flour to the melted butter and whisk continuously for 1–2 minutes until a smooth paste forms. This is your roux.
Gradually add the milk, whisking continuously, until the mixture thickens into a smooth sauce, about 3–5 minutes.
Stir in the cheddar cheese, dijon mustard, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is completely melted and the sauce is creamy.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and layer half of the sliced eggs in the prepared casserole dish.
Pour half of the cheese sauce evenly over the egg layer. Repeat with the remaining eggs and cheese sauce.
In a small bowl, mix the cracker crumbs with the grated parmesan cheese.
Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the top of the casserole.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the top is golden and bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 156.2 g | 200% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.2 g | 411% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1590 mg | 530% | |
| Sodium | 4139 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.2 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 110.1 g | 220% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.9 mcg | 70% | |
| Calcium | 2199 mg | 169% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1441 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
