Wife Saver Breakfast
Discover the ultimate make-ahead comfort food with this Wife Saver Breakfast casserole, a perfect option for busy mornings, holiday gatherings, or weekend brunches. Layered with fluffy sandwich bread, savory sliced ham, and gooey cheddar cheese, this overnight breakfast bake combines convenience and flavor. A rich egg custard infused with Dijon mustard soaks into the layers, creating a creamy, satisfying texture, while a golden topping of buttery crushed cornflakes adds a delightful crunch. Prep it the night before and simply bake to perfection in under an hour. Whether you're hosting or treating your family, this hearty, crowd-pleasing dish will be your new go-to breakfast recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Slices of sandwich bread
- 1 cup Ham (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 6 large Eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 cup Cornflakes (crushed)
- 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)
Instructions
Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Lay 4 slices of sandwich bread on the bottom of the dish to form a single layer.
Evenly distribute the sliced ham over the layer of bread, followed by half of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Place the remaining 4 slices of bread over the cheese to create a second layer.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Slowly pour the egg mixture over the bread layers in the dish, ensuring it is absorbed evenly.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 8 hours) to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.
When you're ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and uncover it.
Sprinkle the crushed cornflakes evenly over the top layer of bread, followed by the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cornflakes.
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the egg mixture is set.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 122.1 g | 157% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.9 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1478 mg | 492% | |
| Sodium | 7397 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 179.2 g | 65% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.5 g | ||
| Protein | 163.2 g | 326% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.1 mcg | 61% | |
| Calcium | 1844 mg | 142% | |
| Iron | 31.4 mg | 174% | |
| Potassium | 2626 mg | 56% | |
*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.
