Hearty Egg And Bread Bake
While baking, if you want a crusty bread, you'll want to increase the temperature of the oven and reduce the amount of time your loaf bakes.
Recipe Summary Hearty Egg And Bread Bake
This hearty casserole is great for brunch or a main meal. Serve with a fruit or green salad for a simple yet delicious meal.Ingredients | Bread Baking Temperature Celsius1 ¼ cups diced pancetta1 medium onion, diced1 red pepper, seeded and diced8 eggs2 teaspoons Italian seasoning½ teaspoon salt½ teaspoon ground mustard¼ teaspoon black pepper2 ½ cups milk8 cups day old Italian bread cubes (3/4-inch/2cm)2 cups shredded Italian blend cheeses1 cup low-fat or regular ricotta cheeseDirectionsGrease a 9 x 13 (3 L) baking dish.In large non-stick skillet, cook pancetta over medium heat until browned, about 4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain. Add onion and red pepper to the drippings in same skillet and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until softened. Remove from heat.Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat eggs well with seasonings. Stir in milk.Spread 1/2 of the bread cubes in baking dish. Layer with 1/2 each onion mixture, pancetta and shredded cheese. Top evenly with spoonfuls of ricotta cheese. Top with remaining bread cubes, onion mixture and pancetta. Pour egg mixture evenly over top; press bread cubes down lightly. Sprinkle with remaining shredded cheese.Cover and refrigerate overnight.When ready to serve, preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until center is set and top is golden brown. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into square to serve.Substitute regular bacon or ham for the pancetta and use whole wheat bread in place of Italian bread. Feel free to use one type of cheese instead of a blend.Info | Bread Baking Temperature Celsiusprep: 30 mins cook: 1 hr total: 1 hr 30 mins Servings: 8 Yield: 8 servings
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