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Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole

Savory Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole Perfect for Brunch

This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole combines savory ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese with sweet maple syrup, perfect for brunch or busy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 8 slices white bread day-old preferred
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups milk can be substituted with plant-based milk
For the Meat & Cheese
  • 8 slices ham
  • 8 slices turkey
  • 8 slices Swiss cheese Gruyere or cheddar are great substitutes
For Flavoring
  • 0.25 cups maple syrup
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon pepper
  • 0.25 cups melted butter for drizzling

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cut 4 slices of white bread into 1-inch cubes and layer them in the baking dish.
  3. Layer 8 slices of ham, 8 slices of turkey, and 8 slices of Swiss cheese over the cubed bread.
  4. Cube the remaining 4 slices of bread and sprinkle them over the meat and cheese layers.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole layers and ensure all bread is soaked.
  7. Drizzle melted butter over the top of the casserole.
  8. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Let the casserole rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 18gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use day-old bread for the best absorption of flavors. Allow the casserole to rest after baking for enhanced flavor melding.

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