Ingredients
Scale
- 1 loaf of day-old bread, cubed (such as brioche or French bread)
- 8 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded Gruyère cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Prepare the bread, bacon, and Gruyère by cubing the bread, cooking and crumbling the bacon, and shredding the cheese.
- Make the custard mixture by whisking together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Assemble the casserole by greasing a 9×13 inch baking dish and layering half of the bread, bacon, and cheese, repeating the layers.
- Pour the custard mixture over the layers, ensuring all the bread is soaked. Drizzle melted butter on top and rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before baking.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake the casserole covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- Use different types of bread like challah or sourdough for variety.
- Replace Gruyère with Swiss, cheddar, or a blend of cheeses.
- Add sautéed onions, spinach, or mushrooms for extra nutrients.
- Try ham or sausage in place of bacon for a different flavor.
- Incorporate a tablespoon of maple syrup for a hint of sweetness.
- Prepare the night before for a stress-free breakfast experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Irish
- Diet: Meat-based
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 500 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 180mg