Baked Potato Egg Casserole (Better Than Pizza!)

 

🛒 Ingredients

For the Base:

• 3 medium potatoes (sliced into rounds)
• 1 teaspoon salt (for boiling)
• 1–2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Egg Mixture:

• 4 eggs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon turmeric
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Fresh chives (to taste, chopped)
• 1 tomato (diced)
• 1½ cups natural yogurt

For Topping:

• 2 pepperoni sausages (sliced into rounds)
• Shredded mozzarella cheese (as needed)

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Potatoes

1. Slice the potatoes into thin rounds.
2. Transfer them to a pot and add enough water to fully cover.
3. Add 1 teaspoon salt.
4. Boil until the potatoes are just tender (not too soft).
5. Drain and set aside.

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Step 2: Assemble the Base

1. Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C).
2. Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
3. Arrange the boiled potato slices in a single layer, slightly overlapping.

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Step 3: Prepare the Egg Mixture

1. In a bowl, crack 4 eggs.
2. Add:
   • Salt
   • Black pepper
   • Turmeric
   • Paprika
3. Whisk well.
4. Add chopped chives, diced tomato, and yogurt.
5. Mix until smooth and well combined.

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Step 4: Combine

1. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potato layer.
2. Use a spoon to spread it so all potatoes are covered.

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Step 5: Add Toppings

1. Arrange sliced pepperoni sausages evenly on top.
2. Sprinkle shredded mozzarella generously over everything.

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Step 6: Bake

1. Place the dish in the oven.
2. Bake for 30 minutes or until:
   • The top is golden
   • The cheese is melted
   • The center is set

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Step 7: Serve

1. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.
2. Cut into portions and serve warm.

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🍽️ Serving Ideas

• Enjoy as breakfast, lunch, or dinner
• Serve with ketchup, chili sauce, or garlic dip
• Pair with tea or a cold drink

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💡 Tips

• Don’t overboil potatoes—they should hold shape.
• You can replace pepperoni with chicken, veggies, or paneer.
• Add chili flakes for extra spice.
• For a crispier top, broil for 2–3 minutes at the end.