Crustless Italian Easy Tomato-Egg Pie

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Crustless Italian Easy Tomato-Egg Pie, a delicious dish for breakfast or brunch

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

470

Sugar

Fat

39g

The Crustless Italian Easy Tomato-Egg Pie is a delicious dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast or brunch. This recipe is perfect for those who are looking for a low-carb, high-protein meal. The pie is loaded with fresh, ripe tomatoes and emmenthaler cheese, giving it an Italian twist. The eggs and bread cubes make for a filling and satisfying meal. What's great about this recipe is that it is crustless, which means it is a healthier option than traditional quiches or pies. Even those who are not a fan of crusts will love this recipe. It is a quick and easy recipe that can be made in less than an hour, making it perfect for busy mornings or lazy Sundays.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C.
2.	Prepare a 9 inch (23 cm) round baking dish by greasing with butter.
3.	In a large mixing bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until combined.
4.	Add in bread cubes and mix until the bread is fully saturated in the egg/milk mixture.
5.	Pour 1/2 of the bread mixture into the prepared baking dish.
6.	Layer the tomato slices and cheese on top of the bread mixture.
7.	Pour the remaining bread mixture on top of the tomato and cheese layers.
8.	Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top of the pie is golden brown and the egg is fully cooked.

PROS

The Crustless Italian Easy Tomato-Egg Pie is a quick and easy recipe to make.
It can be enjoyed as a healthy breakfast or brunch option.

It is crustless, making it a low-carb recipe.

CONS

This dish may not be suitable for those who are not a fan of tomatoes or eggs.

It may be lower in carbohydrates, but it is quite high in fat and calories.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of vitamin C and vitamin K.
They also contain antioxidants that may be beneficial for heart health and reducing the risk of developing certain types of cancer.
Eggs are a good source of protein and contain essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and choline, which is important for brain health.

	2 slices country bread , cubed
	5 eggs
	2/3 cup milk
	salt and pepper
	2 tablespoons unsalted butter
	5 tomatoes , ripe , thinly sliced and seeded
	3 1/2 ounces emmenthaler cheese , thinly sliced