Egg Casserole with Shells Recipe

Ingredients:

• 12 hard boiled eggs, peeled and cut in half lengthwise, with yolks removed and reserved
• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 12 large uncooked pasta shells
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2. Cook pasta according to package instructions but only until al dente (slightly firm). Drain the pasta and set aside.
3. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the flour and whisk to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture starts to bubble, stirring constantly.
4. Add the milk to the saucepan gradually, whisking constantly until fully combined. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until it thickens, stirring constantly.
5. Remove the saucepan from the heat and add the Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the cheese is melted and all the ingredients are well combined.
6. Add the reserved egg yolks to the sauce and stir until smooth.
7. Stuff each pasta shell with 1 tablespoon of the egg yolk mixture and place in a greased baking dish.
8. Cover the stuffed pasta shells with the remaining egg white halves, cut side up.
9. Pour the cheese sauce over the top of the eggs and pasta, covering everything completely.
10. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and the top is golden brown.
11. Garnish with chopped chives (optional) and serve hot.

Verdict:

This Egg Casserole with Shells is a delightful meal with a unique twist. It’s filling, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. The combination of the creamy egg yolk filling, pasta shells, and cheesy sauce is simply divine. Whether you’re serving it to guests or your family, this casserole is sure to impress.

Serving Suggestions:

This dish is perfect on its own, but you could also serve it with a simple salad or some fresh fruit to balance out the richness. You can also add different toppings to the cheese sauce such as bacon bits or chopped green onions to give it an extra kick. Enjoy!