Savory French Toast Casserole
Description
Sweet French toast has nothing on this makeover savory casserole version, made with baguette slices, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, Cheddar, and bacon bits.
Ingredients
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1 (6 ounce) French baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
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2 large eggs
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2 medium red onions, finely chopped
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2 medium tomatoes, cored and diced
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1/2 cup chopped fresh mushrooms
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2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
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1 (1 inch) piece fresh ginger, finely chopped
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1/2 cup grated Cheddar cheese, divided
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1/2 teaspoon dried sage
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salt and ground black pepper to taste
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1/4 cup real bacon bits
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Arrange baguette slices in the bottom of a casserole dish.
2
Beat eggs well in a bowl. Add onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, garlic, and ginger in a bowl. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of Cheddar cheese on top and mix until well combined. Add sage, salt, and pepper. Pour egg mixture over the baguette slices and sprinkle with bacon bits.
3
Bake in the preheated oven for 17 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining Cheddar and bake until fully melted, about 5 more minutes. Serve hot.