Wife Saver Breakfast

Discover the ultimate make-ahead comfort food with this Wife Saver Breakfast casserole, a perfect option for busy mornings, holiday gatherings, or weekend brunches. Layered with fluffy sandwich bread, savory sliced ham, and gooey cheddar cheese, this overnight breakfast bake combines convenience and flavor. A rich egg custard infused with Dijon mustard soaks into the layers, creating a creamy, satisfying texture, while a golden topping of buttery crushed cornflakes adds a delightful crunch. Prep it the night before and simply bake to perfection in under an hour. Whether you're hosting or treating your family, this hearty, crowd-pleasing dish will be your new go-to breakfast recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 8 pieces Slices of sandwich bread
• 1 cup Ham (thinly sliced)
• 1 cup Cheddar cheese (shredded)
• 6 large Eggs
• 2 cups Milk
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 cup Cornflakes (crushed)
• 2 tablespoons Butter (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.

Step 2

Lay 4 slices of sandwich bread on the bottom of the dish to form a single layer.

Step 3

Evenly distribute the sliced ham over the layer of bread, followed by half of the shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 4

Place the remaining 4 slices of bread over the cheese to create a second layer.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Slowly pour the egg mixture over the bread layers in the dish, ensuring it is absorbed evenly.

Step 7

Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 8 hours) to allow the bread to soak up the liquid.

Step 8

When you're ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and uncover it.

Step 10

Sprinkle the crushed cornflakes evenly over the top layer of bread, followed by the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.

Step 11

Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the cornflakes.

Step 12

Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the egg mixture is set.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1468.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2531.0

Total Fat 122.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 59.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 1477.5mg	0%
Sodium 7396.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 179.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.1g	0%
Total Sugars 44.5g
Protein 163.2g	0%

Vitamin D 484.7IU	0%
Calcium 1843.5mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 2625.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 26.4%

Carbs: 29.0%