Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole: Sweet & Savory Bliss

This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole merges the flavors of a classic sandwich into a delightful dish, perfect for brunch.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

8 slices Bread white or whole wheat; day-old bread works best
8 slices Ham substitute with cooked bacon or a vegetarian choice

For the Filling

1.5 cups Swiss cheese shredded; can be swapped for cheddar or Gruyere
6 large Eggs well-beaten
1.5 cups Milk use almond or soy milk as alternatives
2 tablespoons Maple syrup honey or agave syrup can serve as substitutes
1 teaspoon Mustard Dijon mustard is a flavorful alternative
Salt and pepper essential for seasoning to taste

Equipment

9x13-inch baking dish
mixing bowl
whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
Cube the bread into bite-sized pieces and layer half in the baking dish.
Layer the ham slices over the bread, then sprinkle half of the Swiss cheese on top.
Whisk together the eggs, milk, maple syrup, mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
Pour half the egg mixture over the layers in the baking dish.
Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, ham, and Swiss cheese.
Pour the remaining egg mixture over the top layer and press down gently.
Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15-20 minutes.
Remove from the oven and cool for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 160mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Use day-old bread for best results. Feel free to customize ingredients based on personal preferences.

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