Description
Hearty Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for chilly mornings. This dish combines layers of tender, stale bread soaked in a creamy egg custard, with savory ham and gooey cheese melting together beautifully. It’s perfect for family brunches or special occasions, offering a delightful meal that’s easy to prepare and sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups stale bread cubes (French or sourdough)
- 2 cups cooked ham, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Cube the stale bread and spread it evenly in the baking dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread cubes, gently tossing to coat. Add diced ham and shredded cheese; mix well.
- Let the mixture rest for 15-20 minutes.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until golden brown and set in the center.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approx. 180g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 270mg