Decadent Gruyère and Ham Breakfast Baguette Bake

Ingredients

- 4 large eggs
- 1/4 cup butter, unsalted
- 1 cup Gruyère cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup ham, diced
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- 1 whole baguette, sliced

Instructions

1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Begin by cracking the 4 large eggs into a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Whisk until you achieve a smooth consistency.

2. Slice the Baguette: Cut the baguette into diagonal 1-inch slices for easy layering. Set aside.

3. Cook the Egg Mixture: In a medium-sized skillet over medium heat, melt 1/4 cup of unsalted butter. Once the butter is foamy, pour the whisked eggs into the skillet. Stir gently with a spatula, cooking slowly to create creamy scrambled eggs. As they start to set, fold in 1/2 cup of diced ham. Continue to cook until the eggs are just set but still soft and creamy.

4. Cheese It Up: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately mix in 1 cup of grated Gruyère cheese, allowing it to melt into the eggs while stirring gently.

5. Assemble the Baguette Bake: Preheat a griddle or the stovetop pan over medium heat. For each baguette slice, spoon a generous amount of the egg, ham, and cheese mixture. Spread evenly across one side of the baguette.

6. Grill to Perfection: Place each topped baguette slice on the pre-heated griddle, topping side up. Press down lightly with a spatula to ensure they toast evenly. Cook each slice for approximately 3 minutes, or until the bottom is crisp and golden brown.

7. Serve Immediately: Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle extra Gruyère and a dash of black pepper over the top for a gourmet finish.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time: PT10M
10 minutes
- Cooking Time: PT20M
20 minutes

Total Time

PT30M
30 minutes

Type of Dish

- Breakfast

Keywords

- Breakfast Recipe
- Gruyère Cheese
- Baguette
- Ham and Eggs
- Gourmet Breakfast
- Cheese Bake
- Easy Brunch
- French Breakfast
- Savory Baguette
- Morning Meal

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

1600 calories total

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