Broccoli and Cheddar Skillet Flan

A savory flan combining crispy hash browns, tender broccoli, and sharp cheddar cheese, baked in a cast-iron skillet until golden brown. This versatile dish is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.

6 servings
45 min

Ingredients

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¾ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup grated sharp Cheddar
  • cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large shallot
  • 1 pound frozen hash browns
  • 10 ounce frozen chopped broccoli

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 375°F.

    10 min

  2. 2.

    Whisk together eggs, milk, pepper, nutmeg, and 1/4 teaspoon salt until combined, then whisk in Cheddar and 3 tablespoons parmesan.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    Heat oil in a well-seasoned 10-inch cast-iron skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté shallot, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 3 minutes. Add hash browns and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and cook, stirring occasionally, 3 minutes. Spread potatoes evenly in skillet and cook, undisturbed, 2 minutes. Remove from heat and spread broccoli over potatoes, then pour in egg mixture. Sprinkle with remaining parmesan. Bake until set 2 inches from edge but still slightly wobbly in center, 12 to 15 minutes.

    25 min

  4. 4.

    Turn on broiler. Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat until top is set, puffed, and golden brown.

    5 min

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