Savory French Ham And Cheese Bake Recipe

About this recipe

The Savory French Ham and Cheese Bake is a hearty and indulgent breakfast dish designed to delight meat lovers and elevate your mornings. Layers of smoky ham, gooey melted cheese, and crusty bread are brought together with a rich custard infused with Dijon mustard and herbs for a classic French-inspired flavor. Ideal for a united family, this dish combines traditional comfort with a hint of sophistication, making it perfect for a relaxing start to your day or even a date-worthy brunch. It’s affordable, easy to make, and packed with high-protein goodness that satisfies every craving. Make family meals stress free with AnyFeast — a family meal planner built for Indian kitchens and busy schedules.

Ingredients

• 50 g Parsley Leaves
• - Ham
• 140 g Mozzarella Cheese Shredded
• 6 pcs White Eggs
• - Dairy Milk
• - Fresh Cream
• 370 G Freshos Dijon Mustard
• - Thyme Leaves
• 100 g Unsalted Butter
• 50 g Black Pepper
• 100 g Salt
• 400 g Atta Bread

Instructions

1. 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease a medium-sized baking dish with butter.
2. 2. Layer half of the bread slices in the baking dish, ensuring they cover the base evenly. Add half of the ham slices on top, followed by half of the grated Gruyère and mozzarella cheeses.
3. 3. Repeat the layering process with the remaining bread, ham, and cheeses, creating a second layer.
4. 4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, Dijon mustard, thyme, black pepper, and salt until well combined.
5. 5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread and ham in the baking dish, ensuring it soaks through the layers.
6. 6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
7. 7. Remove the bake from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.