Description
This savory casserole, perfect for Christmas morning, combines layers of bread, eggs, and cheese for a deliciously comforting dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups cubed bread
- 1 cup sautéed spinach
- 1 cup crispy bacon, chopped
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Layer the cubed bread in a greased baking dish.
- Sprinkle the sautéed spinach and crispy bacon over the bread.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and cheese, then season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until the top is golden and the center is set.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
Letting the bread soak overnight enhances flavor and texture. Customize mix-ins to suit your taste!
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 45
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg