Ingredients
- 8 ounce bulk pork sausage
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 small broccoli head, cut into small florets, lightly steamed for about 2-3 minutes
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 1/4 cup half and half cream or milk
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (can use more)
- Pinch cayenne, optional
- Salt, to taste
- 1 large Roma tomato, thinly sliced
- 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 9or can use 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese)
How to Make
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Step 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F then set oven rack to lowest position.
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Step 2: Grease an 11 x 7-inch baking dish.
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Step 3: Cook the sausage meat with onion in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned; drain fat; transfer to a large bowl, cool slightly then mix in the broccoli florets and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; set aside.
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Step 4: In another bowl combine 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese with ricotta cheese, eggs, light cream, black pepper and cayenne; mix to combine, then season with salt if desired.
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Step 5: Spoon the sausage mixture into baking dish, then top with the ricotta mixture over the top.
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Step 6: Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheddar cheese or 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese.
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Step 7: Arrange the tomato slices neatly over the top.
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Step 8: Cover with foil and bake 30 minutes.
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Step 9: Uncover and continue baking for another 15 minutes.
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Step 10: Allow to stand 10-12 minutes before serving.
We hope you enjoy this recipe!
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