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Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Nettie
Wake up to a warm and hearty dish with this stress-free overnight breakfast casserole a customizable, make-ahead recipe that's perfect for busy mornings, holiday gatherings, or a cozy weekend brunch!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
refrigeration 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 15 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 12 servings
Calories 481 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x 13 baking dish

Ingredients
  

  • 6 cups bread cubed, any kind you have on hand
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups shredded cheese cheddar, Swiss, pepper jack, or your favorite
  • 2 cups cooked ham sausage, bacon, or a mix
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Instructions
 

  • Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  • Cube your bread into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in the pan.
  • Sprinkle shredded cheese over the bread, followed by your choice of cooked ham, sausage, bacon, or a mix.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dry mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Slowly pour the egg mixture over the bread, cheese, and meat, making sure everything is evenly coated.
  • Cover the casserole tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate it overnight.
  • The next morning, preheat your oven to 350°F. Remove the casserole from the fridge, uncover it, and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the eggs are set.
  • Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

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Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 481kcalCarbohydrates: 59gProtein: 26gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.05gCholesterol: 157mgSodium: 1054mgPotassium: 343mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 375IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 313mgIron: 5mg
Keyword bacon, breakfast bread, cheddar cheese, eggs, ham, make ahead breakfast casserole, overnight breakfast casserole, sausage
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