Monte Cristo, the classic French bistro sandwich, is the inspiration for this breakfast casserole. Serve with sweet raspberry jam or maple syrup to complement the salty flavors of the ham and cheese. Photo credit: Liren Baker from Kitchen Confidante.
10m
PREP TIME
55m
COOK TIME
281
CALORIES
9
INGREDIENTS
Monte Cristo, the classic French bistro sandwich, is the inspiration for this breakfast casserole. Serve with sweet raspberry jam or maple syrup to complement the salty flavors of the ham and cheese. Photo credit: Liren Baker from Kitchen Confidante.
10m
PREP TIME
55m
COOK TIME
281
CALORIES
9
INGREDIENTS
Ingredients 12 Servings
- 1 loaf (16 ounces) Italian bread, sliced 1-inch thick (about 12 slices)
- 10 thin slices deli ham
- 12 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups (8 ounces) shredded Swiss cheese, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon McCormick® Garlic Powder
- 1/4 teaspoon McCormick® Ground Nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Confectioners' sugar
INSTRUCTIONS
- 1 Place bread slices in single layer in 13x9-inch baking dish, overlapping as necessary. Place a slice of ham between each slice of bread.
- 2 Beat eggs in large bowl with wire whisk. Add milk, 1 cup of the cheese, garlic powder, nutmeg and salt; mix well. Gradually pour into baking dish. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 1 to 4 hours.
- 3 Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake 45 to 55 minutes or until golden brown. Let stand 5 minutes before serving. Sprinkle top with sugar. Serve with raspberry jam or maple syrup, if desired.
NUTRITION INFORMATION
(per Serving)
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