Ham and Swiss Croissant Bake + Maple Candied Bacon - delicious brunch recipes for a ham & swiss egg bake and sweet & salty maple candied bacon.
Prep Time30 minutesmins
Cook Time50 minutesmins
Refrigerate Before Baking8 hourshrs
Total Time1 hourhr20 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast
Keyword: brunch, candied bacon, egg bake, ham, Swiss
Servings: 8
Author: letsdishrecipes.com
Ingredients
3large croissants
8oz.choppedcooked ham
1 1/2c.shredded Swiss cheese
6eggs
1c.half & half
1tspDijon mustard
1tbsphoneyI omitted this because I prefer a more savory egg dish
1/2tsp.Kosher salt
1/4tsp.black pepper
chopped parsley for garnishif desired
Instructions
Spray 9 inch deep dish pie plate (or 9x9 baking pan) with cooking spray. Cut croissants in half lengthwise, then tear each half into 5-6 pieces. Place croissant pieces in prepared pan. Sprinkle with ham and cheese.
In large bowl, whisk together eggs, half & half, mustard, honey, (if using), salt and pepper.
Pour egg mixture over croissants, pressing croissants into egg mixture to moisten completely. Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, but no more than 24 hours.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Bake, covered for 35 minutes. Uncover and bake for 25-30 minutes longer, or until a knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before servings. Garnish with parsley if desired.