Hearty Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole
A delicious and satisfying breakfast casserole packed with ham, cheese, and a savory egg mixture. Perfect for brunch or a special breakfast treat.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds day-old bread cubed
- 1 cup fully cooked ham diced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer the cubed bread, diced ham, and shredded cheddar cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, ham, and cheese mixture. Gently press down to ensure the bread is soaked.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed and golden brown, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated. Bake as directed, adding a few extra minutes to the covered baking time if baking from cold.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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