Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 8 cups cubed bread (see note)
  • 1 cup cubed, cooked ham
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar, Colby, or Swiss cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup half and half (see note for substitutions)
  • 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • butter for greasing pan

Instruction

  • Butter a 2-quart or 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Evenly spread the cubed over the base of the casserole dish. Top evenly with ham and cheese. Set aside.
  • In a large mixing bowl, mix together eggs, half and half, maple syrup, mustard, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt. Pour the egg mixture over the bread and ham. Use your hands to gently push the bread into the egg mixture.
  • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight or up to 18 hours.
  • In the morning, remove the casserole from the fridge while the oven preheats to 350 degrees F.
  • Once the oven has preheated, remove the plastic wrap from the casserole and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set. Allow the casserole to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  • Serve with maple syrup if desired.