Baked Eggs in Pepper Rings

• large green bell pepper1

  or red

• butter↗1 tablespoon
• eggs↗4
• salt↗1⁄4 teaspoon
• pepper↗1⁄8 teaspoon
• oregano↗1⁄8 teaspoon
• basil↗1⁄8 teaspoon
• cream↗4 tablespoons
• fresh breadcrumbs↗4 tablespoons
• parmesan cheese↗2 teaspoons
• butter↗2 tablespoons

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Cut pepper into 4 rings, 1/2" thick.

2. 2

   Cook in lightly salted water for 3-5 minutes.

3. 3

   Drain.

4. 4

   Melt 1 T butter in shallow 1 quart casserole in oven.

5. 5

   Place pepper rings in casserole.

6. 6

   Break 1 egg into each ring.

7. 7

   Sprinkle with seasonings.

8. 8

   Pour 1 T cream over each.

9. 9

   Combine crumbs, parmesan and butter.

10. 10

    Sprinkle over.

11. 11

    Bake at 350 for 15-20 minutes or until eggs are set.

12. 12

    This doubles, triples and more for a large brunch.

13. 13

    Can easily be prepared ahead.