Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole
A crowd-pleasing casserole that combines the flavors of French toast and a classic Monte Cristo sandwich, perfect for brunch or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Casserole Layers
- 12 slices white bread Opt for day-old bread for better texture.
- 8 oz deli ham
- 8 oz deli turkey
- 8 oz Swiss cheese Can substitute with cheddar or other cheeses.
Egg Mixture
- 6 eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp melted butter For greasing the baking dish.
Garnish
- Powdered sugar For dusting before serving.
- Raspberry jam Optional for serving.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and grease your baking dish with some melted butter.
- Layer 6 slices of bread evenly at the bottom of the dish.
- Add half of the deli ham, followed by half of the turkey, and then half of the Swiss cheese on top of the bread.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining bread, meats, and cheese.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and cayenne until well combined.
- Pour this egg mixture evenly over the layered dish.
- For best results, let the casserole rest for 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight for deeper flavor.
Baking
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
- Dust with powdered sugar just before serving. You can also offer raspberry jam on the side for a sweet dip.
Notes
Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze before baking. Use different meats or cheeses to personalize the dish.