Name: Christmas Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 2 h 35 min
Yield: 8 - 10 serving(s)
Ingredients: 2 tbsp. olive oil; 8 oz. deli ham, diced; 1 medium onion, diced; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 green bell pepper, diced; 1 tsp. kosher salt; 1/2 tsp. black pepper; 1 tsp. fresh thyme, chopped; 6 croissants, cut into 1 1/2- to 2-in. pieces; 1 c. milk; 3/4 c. half-and-half; 1 tsp. hot sauce; 5 large eggs; 2 c. grated white cheddar cheese, divided; 1 c. grated pepper jack cheese, divided

Step 1In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ham, onion, and bell pepper, and cook, stirring, until softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Add the salt, pepper, and thyme, and cook for 1 minute more. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 2Brush a 13-by-9-inch baking dish with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the croissant pieces, top with the ham mixture, and mix gently to combine.

Step 3In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, half-and-half, hot sauce, and eggs. Add half of both cheeses. Pour the mixture over the croissants and mix gently to combine and evenly distribute. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour and up to 4 hours.

Step 4Preheat the oven to 350°F. Remove the casserole from the refrigerator, uncover, and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before baking, pressing down on the croissants with a spatula to make sure they are well soaked.

Step 5Sprinkle the casserole with the remaining cheeses. Bake until puffed, golden brown, and the cheese is melted, about 45 minutes. Let rest 15 minutes before serving.

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