Description
Delight in this cheesy breakfast casserole featuring layers of savory goodness, perfect for brunch or a cozy family breakfast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups day-old bread, cubed
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup diced ham (or turkey)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 1 tsp mustard powder
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread the cubed bread evenly across the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk, then stir in mustard powder.
- Mix in diced ham, shredded cheese, and chopped green onions until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, ensuring all pieces are soaked.
- Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and set. Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use sturdy bread like sourdough or baguette for the best texture.
- Feel free to add vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach for added nutrition.
- To enhance flavor, consider mixing in fresh herbs like parsley or basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 220mg