Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients

• 6 slices Gluten-Free Bread
• 1 cup Cooked Ham (diced)
• 1 cup Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
• 1/2 cup Monterey Jack Cheese (shredded)
• 6 Eggs
• 1 1/2 cups Milk
• 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
• 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Chives (chopped, for garnish)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

2. 2

   Cut the gluten-free bread into 1-inch cubes.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.

4. 4

   In the prepared baking dish, layer half of the bread cubes, then half of the ham, cheddar cheese, and Monterey Jack cheese. Repeat layers with remaining bread, ham, and cheeses.

5. 5

   Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and cheese layers. Gently press down on the bread to ensure it's soaked in the egg mixture.

6. 6

   Drizzle the melted butter over the top of the casserole.

7. 7

   Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and set.

8. 8

   Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Garnish with fresh chives.

Recipe Variations

• →Try adding different herbs for variety.
• →Substitute ingredients based on dietary needs.