Monte Cristo Breakfast Casserole Recipe with Turkey Bacon Twist
A delicious twist on a classic Monte Cristo, this breakfast casserole utilizes turkey bacon for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-free
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 slices whole wheat bread
- 8 ounces turkey bacon
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the turkey bacon until crispy, then chop into pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
- Layer the bread in a greased baking dish and sprinkle turkey bacon and cheese on top.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread and toppings.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until set and golden brown.
Notes
- For additional flavor, add a sprinkle of herbs such as thyme or rosemary.
- Serve with a side of maple syrup for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
Keywords: Monte Cristo, breakfast casserole, turkey bacon