Toasty Cheese Bake
Dive into comfort food heaven with this rich and indulgent Toasty Cheese Bake, a golden masterpiece that combines buttery sourdough bread, layers of sharp cheddar, gooey mozzarella, and nutty Parmesan. Perfect for brunch, dinner, or even a cozy gathering, this baked delight is elevated with a creamy custard mixture made from heavy cream, eggs, and a hint of garlic and onion powder for an extra touch of savory goodness. The bread is toasted to perfection, ensuring every bite is crisp yet luxuriously soaked in cheesy, custardy decadence. Ready in under an hour and topped with fresh parsley for a pop of color, this warm and bubbly cheese casserole is guaranteed to become a crowd-pleasing favorite. Perfect for cheese lovers, this recipe is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices Sourdough bread
- 3 tablespoons Butter
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish with a little butter or cooking spray.
Spread the butter evenly on both sides of the sourdough bread slices. Toast the slices in a skillet over medium heat until golden brown on each side, about 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, eggs, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt until combined.
Cut the toasted sourdough slices into bite-sized cubes and arrange them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese, all of the mozzarella cheese, and half of the Parmesan cheese evenly over the bread cubes.
Pour the cream and egg mixture over the bread and cheese layers, making sure all the bread is soaked. Gently press down on the mixture to ensure even absorption.
Top with the remaining cheddar cheese and Parmesan cheese, spreading them evenly to cover the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3140 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 234.2 g | 300% | |
| Saturated Fat | 140.3 g | 702% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1099 mg | 366% | |
| Sodium | 4274 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.2 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 130.0 g | 260% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 3022 mg | 232% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
