Herbed Biscuit Egg Bake

Directions

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   To make biscuit crust:
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   Into bowl, sift flour, baking powder, and salt.
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   Add the garlic powder, lemon pepper, thyme, and rosemary.
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   With pastry blender or 2 knives, used scissor-fashion, cut in shortening until mixture is like coarse corn meal.
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   Make well in center; pour in 1/2 cup milk.
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   With fork, mix lightly and quickly.
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   Add enough more milk to form dough, just moist enough to leave sides of bowl and cling to fork as ball.
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   Knead a few times, working gently, until a dough is formed.
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   Press the biscuit dough into an 8 inch x 8 inch pan, lining bottom and sides.
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    Depending upon how thick you want the crust, there may be a little left over -- it can be used for biscuits baked on the side or as a crust for a smaller individual dish.
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    Lightly cook the chopped onions -- either steam, saute, or cook in the microwave for a few minutes.
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    Spread the onion over the dough in the pan.
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    In a bowl, mix the eggs, tarragon, thyme, garlic powder, lemon pepper, and salt if desired.
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    Pour into crust.
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    Add the broccoli flowerets to the egg mixture in the crust.
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    Sprinkle the cup of grated cheddar cheese over the top.
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    Bake in a 400F (200C) oven for 35 to 40 minutes.
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    Note: You can vary the ingredients by using different vegetables, cheeses, or meats in the filling.
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    You can also substitute your favourite herbs in the crust.