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Overnight Croissant Casserole

Course Breakfast
Servings 6

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of your preferred shredded cheeses (I prefer a mixture sharp cheddar and gouda)
  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese3 Large croissants, cut into bite size cubes (about 4 cups)
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 6-8 precooked ham breakfast slices, diced
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced finely (about 1/4 cup)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 cup skim milk
  • ¼ tsp. hot sauce
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. onion powder
  • ½ tsp. ground mustard
  • Salt + pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Lightly grease a medium casserole dish with oil or butter.
  • In a small bowl, combine the cheeses.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the croissants, bacon, diced ham slices, red bell pepper, green onion, and 1/2 of the cheese mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground mustard until it becomes a smooth consistency. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the bread mixture. Toss until all of the bread is completely coated.
  • Place the mixture in an even layer into the baking dish.
  • Cover with foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350℉.
  • Before baking, uncover the casserole and sprinkle the remaining cheese mixture on top.
  • Cover with the foil again and bake for 45 minutes.
  • Remove the foil and bake for 15 more minutes or until the cheese is bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let cool for 10-15 minutes.