Overnight Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole is a
spin on the Monte Cristo sandwich which is
sweet and savory!
Absolutely Decadent & Delicious all in one dish.
We had house guests last weekend and this was the perfect breakfast
because you can make it the night before. I just love getting
organized the night before, don't you?
Pull the breakfast casserole out in the morning and bake, filling
the house with delicious aromas.
The night before this is what you need.
1 loaf of specialty sweet bread like raison or cranberry bread
16 oz of Canadian ham
4 oz Swiss Cheese
1/4 cup of honey mustard
1/2 cup of Raspberry Jam
1 1/2 cups of Gruyere cheese
1 3/4 cups of milk
8 large eggs
1 tsp. of salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
Confections' sugar for dusting
Raspberries & Sage for Garnish
On a large surface, lay out the slices of bread.
Top the bread with 3 pieces of ham.
Swiss Cheese goes on top of the ham slices.
Dollop of Raspberry jam on the cheese. I went a little crazy
here because I LOVE Raspberry jam :)
On the other half, spread the honey mustard ( be generous with the amount
you spread on, as it makes it really good).
Crack 8 eggs into into a large bowl.
Pour in 1 3/4 cup of milk.
Salt & Pepper
With a hand mixer give the bowl a good mixing.
Put the pieces of bread together to make a sandwich.
Cut the sandwiches into triangles. Be warned it gets a little messy here :)
Place the triangles in the prepared pan, triangle points up.
You want all the triangles in a tight fit ....so two more sandwiches made.
A perfect fit :)
Pour the egg mixture all over the top.
Not Done Yet!
Sprinkle the shredded Gruyere cheese all over the top.
Cover and Chill overnight.
Good Morning!
Time To Cook Breakfast For Our House Guests...
Pop this Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole into a 350 degree oven
for about 45 - 55 minutes until golden and eggs set.
Can I just saw WOWZA my kitchen smells awesome!
Not done yet!
Grab the Confectioners' sugar and toss it into a strainer.
Give the Monte Cristo a good dust of the sugar.
Garnish with some Raspberries.
Serve the casserole with a side of Raspberry jam.
Call your friends in because its breakfast time!
You may need a SHOVEL to serve this spectacular
Monte Cristo Casserole :)
Slice of Monte Cristo served with a dollop of Raspberry jam :)
Don't forget the Mimosa's
Hot ham, melted cheese, raspberry jam and eggs all in one bite! Are You Kidding Me?
Have a taste :)
Cheers to breakfast at home with friends :)
Enjoy!
P.S.
What Is A Monte Cristo Sandwich?
A Monte Cristo Sandwich is an egg- dipped or batter dipped ham and cheese
sandwich that is pan or deep fried, a variation of the French
Croque Monsieur.
This Monte Cristo ....
Is basically a French Toast Monte Cristo Sandwich that is
so good and I hope you try making it :)
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