Breakfast Casserole with Ham and Cheese
This hearty breakfast casserole is the perfect make-ahead meal for busy mornings or weekend brunch.
Servings: 8 servings
Ingredients
- 6 slices white bread, crusts removed
- 12 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced cooked ham
- 1/4 cup diced green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- Parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Lay the bread slices in a single layer in the dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard, salt, pepper, and onion powder.
- Sprinkle the diced ham and bell peppers over the bread.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top.
- Top with shredded cheese and drizzle with melted butter.
- Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Bake covered for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for another 15 minutes or until golden and set.
- Garnish with parsley if desired and serve warm.