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Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole: A Savory Start to Your Day

Mouthwatering Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole
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This Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole recipe is the perfect brunch for family get togethers. It’s easy to make and a total crowd pleaser!

Ingredients

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  • 1 loaf (1 pound) challah or brioche bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 8 ounces sliced ham, chopped
  • 4 ounces sliced Swiss cheese, chopped
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Powdered sugar, for dusting
  • Maple syrup, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine bread cubes, ham, and Swiss cheese. Toss to combine and spread evenly into the prepared baking dish.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the bread mixture, making sure to saturate all the bread.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and set. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.
  5. Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm with maple syrup.

Notes

For a sweeter casserole, add another 1/4 cup of maple syrup to the egg mixture. You can also use different types of cheese, such as Gruyere or Fontina.

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