Best Monte Cristo Easter Brunch Casserole Recipes

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MONTE CRISTO CASSEROLE WITH RASPBERRY SAUCE



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My husband likes the ham and cheese sandwich known as the Monte Cristo. I based this casserole on the sandwich, and it makes a terrific brunch dish. -Mary Steiner, Parkville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 10 servings (1-3/4 cups sauce).

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 loaf (1 pound) French bread, cut into 20 slices
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1/2 pound sliced deli ham
1/2 pound sliced Swiss cheese
1/2 pound sliced deli turkey
6 large eggs
1-1/2 cups 2% milk
2 teaspoons sugar
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
TOPPING:
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
RASPBERRY SAUCE:
1/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup cold water
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup maple syrup
2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries

Steps:

  • Line a greased 13x9-in. baking dish with half of the bread. Spread mustard over bread. Layer with ham, cheese, turkey and remaining bread (dish will be full)., In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, sugar and vanilla; pour over top. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. In a small bowl, mix topping ingredients; sprinkle over casserole. Bake, uncovered, until golden brown, 30-40 minutes., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine sugar and cornstarch. Stir in water, lemon juice and maple syrup until smooth. Add raspberries. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until thickened, about 2 minutes. Cool slightly., Let casserole stand 10 minutes before cutting. Serve with sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 17g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 167mg cholesterol, Sodium 906mg sodium, Carbohydrate 55g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein.

MONTE CRISTO EASTER BRUNCH CASSEROLE RECIPE - (4/5)



Monte Cristo Easter Brunch Casserole Recipe - (4/5) image

Provided by á-10847

Number Of Ingredients 15

STRAWBERRY COMPOTE:
12 large eggs
3 cups heavy cream (you can substitute half and half)
1/2 cup powdered sugar, plus a few tablespoons to garnish
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 loaves of crusty french bread...a little stale is actually good
1 pound smoked turkey, sliced thin
1 pound sliced Swiss cheese
1 pound honey ham, sliced thin
1/2 cup strawberry jam
1/2 cup apple sauce (one single serving container is perfect)
1/2 cup fresh sliced strawberries
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Place eggs, heavy cream, powdered sugar, cinnamon and vanilla into a large bowl and whip with mixer on high until well blended. Next place bread in casserole dish, overlapping slices slightly and pour half of the egg mixture over the bread. Layer sliced turkey over the bread, then the swiss cheese and top with sliced ham. Add another layer of French bread slices and pour the remaining egg mixture on top. Cover with foil and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for another 10-12 minutes until top is golden and crispy. While your casserole is cooking, begin preparing a wonderful, warm strawberry compote to spoon over the top of individual servings TOPPING DIRECTIONS: Mix strawberry jam, butter, apple sauce, and vanilla into a small saucepan on medium heat. Cook until the jam breaks down and the mixture thins. After mixture has thinned, add in sliced strawberries and continue cooking until mixture begins to simmer. Take off of direct heat, but keep it warm until ready to eat. Makes 10-16 servings Can be scaled down by half

MONTE CRISTO BAKE



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Discover this delectable Monte Cristo Bake. This awesome Monte Cristo Bake casserole tastes like a cross between a Monte Cristo sandwich and a grilled cheese sandwich.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings, 1 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 eggs
1-1/2 cups milk
6 cups French bread cubes (1/2 inch)
1 pkg. (7.5 oz.) OSCAR MAYER CARVING BOARD Slow Cooked Ham, chopped
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Swiss Cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350ºF.
  • Whisk eggs and milk in large bowl until blended. Add bread; stir to evenly coat with egg mixture. Gently stir in ham and half the cheese.
  • Spoon into 9-inch square baking dish sprayed with cooking spray; top with remaining cheese.
  • Bake 40 min. or until knife inserted in center comes out clean and top is golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 170 mg, Sodium 700 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 23 g

HOLIDAY BRUNCH CASSEROLE



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If you'll be having overnight company during the holidays, you may want to consider this hearty casserole. Guests will be impressed with its bountiful filling and scrumptious flavor. It's the perfect Easter breakfast or Christmas casserole. -Nelda Cronbaugh, Belle Plaine, Iowa

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 50m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, thawed
1 pound bulk pork sausage, cooked and drained
1/2 pound bacon strips, cooked and crumbled
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 green onion, chopped
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
4 large eggs
3 cups 2% milk
1 cup reduced-fat biscuit/baking mix
1/2 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first 5 ingredients; stir in 1 cup cheese. Transfer to a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. , In another bowl, whisk eggs, milk, baking mix and salt until blended; pour over top. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., Preheat oven to 375°. Remove casserole from refrigerator while oven heats. Bake, uncovered, 30-35 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 366 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 131mg cholesterol, Sodium 971mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

MONTE CRISTO CASSEROLE



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One of my sons could not get past the Monte Cristo sandwich at the Blue Bayou Restaurant in Disneyland. I made this casserole for him and he loved it. I hope you do to.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Breakfast

Time 55m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup nonfat milk
6 eggs or 1 1/2 cups egg substitute
2 (12 1/2 ounce) packages frozen French toast, slices,thawed
8 ounces deli ham, diced
8 ounces deli turkey, diced
4 ounces swiss cheese, grated
1/4 cup fresh parsley, snipped
1 tablespoon powdered sugar
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced
1/2 cup strawberry ice cream topping

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375^F.
  • Pour milk in a microwaveable container and heat until hot.
  • Whisk eggs in small bowl and add hot milk to eggs, blend.
  • Cut French toast into 3/4 inch cubes; place in a large bowl.
  • Pour egg mixture over bread cubes, toss gently, set aside.
  • Combine ham, turkey, cheese and parsley in a bowl.
  • Spray a 13x9x2 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Layer half the french toast cubes with half the meat mixture in bottom of pan.
  • Repeat.
  • Let stand for at least 10 minutes (It can be held overnight.) Set at room temperature for a few minutes before baking-or bake a little longer if it's cold.
  • Bake 30-35 minutes until golden brown and set in center.
  • Cool 10 minutes.
  • Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
  • Slice strawberries.
  • Combine strawberries with strawberry ice cream topping in a small bowl.
  • Cut casserole into squares.
  • Serve topped with strawberry mixture.

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