Good Morning Florentine Ham and Eggs Casserole
Start your day with a hearty and satisfying Good Morning Florentine Ham and Eggs Casserole, a savory breakfast bake that combines wholesome ingredients with elegant flavors. This easy-to-make dish features layers of golden, toasted bread cubes, nutrient-packed spinach, tender diced ham, and melty Swiss cheese, all soaked in a rich custard of eggs, half-and-half, and a hint of nutmeg for a subtly spiced finish. Perfect for feeding a crowd or prepping ahead for busy mornings, this baked casserole is a comforting blend of textures and flavors—soft, creamy, and delightfully cheesy with every bite. Serve it hot, fresh from the oven, and enjoy a delicious, protein-rich breakfast that will keep you fueled all morning long. Ideal for brunch gatherings or holiday mornings, this make-ahead recipe is as practical as it is irresistible.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 Eggs
- 1.5 cups Half-and-half
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 6 cups Fresh spinach, chopped
- 2 cups Cooked ham, diced
- 1.5 cups Shredded Swiss cheese
- 6 cups Day-old baguette or crusty bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon Butter, for greasing the dish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, half-and-half, salt, black pepper, and nutmeg until combined. Set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until wilted. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In the prepared baking dish, layer the bread cubes evenly along the bottom. Spread the cooked spinach mixture on top of the bread cubes.
Evenly distribute the diced ham over the spinach layer, followed by a generous sprinkle of the shredded Swiss cheese.
Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the baking dish, ensuring the liquid covers all the ingredients. Gently press down on the casserole with a spatula to help soak the bread in the egg mixture.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until the top is golden and the casserole is set in the center.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Good Morning Florentine Ham and Eggs Casserole!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6640 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 235.4 g | 302% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.6 g | 483% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2097 mg | 699% | |
| Sodium | 17001 mg | 739% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 779.1 g | 283% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 58.8 g | 210% | |
| Total Sugars | 78.5 g | ||
| Protein | 371.0 g | 742% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.2 mcg | 46% | |
| Calcium | 3492 mg | 269% | |
| Iron | 59.7 mg | 332% | |
| Potassium | 6034 mg | 128% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
