Christmas Morning Casserole
Description: 🎄🌟 Start your Christmas morning with a delicious twist! This breakfast casserole is a delightful departure from the ordinary, making it the perfect dish to savor on this special occasion. It’s a cherished tradition in our home, reserved exclusively for this festive time of year.
Cook Time: 1 hour
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
Recipe Category: Breakfast
Keywords: Christmas, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 788.4
- Fat Content: 54.1g
- Saturated Fat Content: 21.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 309.5mg
- Sodium Content: 1835.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 41.3g
- Fiber Content: 1.7g
- Sugar Content: 3.6g
- Protein Content: 32.5g
Ingredients:
- 1 pound bacon
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 2-3 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 6 eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup milk
- 6 slices bread
Instructions:
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Preparation:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
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Layering:
- Lay 6 slices of bread evenly on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Next, create layers by evenly distributing half of the cooked bacon and half of the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses over the bread slices.
- Repeat the layering process with the remaining bacon and cheeses.
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Egg Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the beaten eggs with salt, pepper, and milk until well blended.
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Assemble:
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring that it covers everything.
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Resting Time:
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it sit in the refrigerator overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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Baking:
- The next morning, remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature while the oven preheats.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45 to 60 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- For the first 35 minutes, keep the casserole covered with foil to prevent excessive browning.
- Then, uncover the casserole and continue baking for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, allowing the top to crisp up slightly.
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Serving:
- Once baked to perfection, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Serve slices of this delectable Christmas morning casserole hot and enjoy the warm, comforting flavors with your loved ones.
Notes:
- Feel free to customize this casserole with your favorite breakfast ingredients such as diced vegetables, cooked sausage, or different types of cheese.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick and satisfying breakfast option throughout the holiday season.
