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Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole

Irresistibly Easy Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole Delight

This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole combines creamy eggs, savory ham, and melted cheese for a delightful breakfast experience.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Breakfast Casserole, easy breakfast recipe, ham and cheese casserole, make ahead breakfast, Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Cooling Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Calories: 350kcal

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Dish

Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • 6 large Eggs
  • 1 cup Swiss Cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
  • 2 cups Ham, diced Turkey or meat alternatives can be used
  • 8 slices Challah Bread Sourdough is another option
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard can substitute for milder taste
  • 1 cup Raspberry Preserves Optional, for serving

Instructions

How to Make Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Whisk together eggs, Swiss cheese, cheddar cheese, and Dijon mustard in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
  • Layer slices of challah bread in a greased baking dish. Alternate with slices of ham and the egg mixture.
  • Bake for 40 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
  • Cool slightly after removing from the oven. Just before serving, add a dollop of raspberry preserves on top.

Notes

Resting time of 5-10 minutes is recommended for clean slicing and better flavor melding.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 180mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 10mg