Kitchen notes · a little help before you start
Monte Cristo Waffle Casserole
Monte Cristo Waffle Casserole is made with frozen Eggo Homestyle waffles, ham, and Swiss cheese.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 40 min
- Total
- 50 min
- Original yield
- Serves 8
- Ingredients
- 6 listed
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Recipe categories & planning details
- Meal type
- Breakfast · Main course
- Primary protein
- Pork
- Cuisine
- American
- Preparation & total time
- Prep: 15 minutes or less · Total: 31–60 minutes
A few quick notes
1. Check the package directions
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
2. Include the rest
Leave time for the resting step before continuing.
3. Preheat as directed
Have the oven at the specified temperature for its cooking step.
Get to know the ingredients
frozen Eggo Homestyle waffles (toasted and cut into bite-size pieces)
In the method: Toast the frozen waffles according to the package directions.
diced ham
In the method: Top with half of the diced ham and half of the shredded Swiss cheese.
shredded Swiss cheese
In the method: Top with half of the diced ham and half of the shredded Swiss cheese.
Let’s make it
Choose your servings, then check things off as you go.
Original recipe: Serves 8. Original quantities shown.
Check ingredients as you prepare them. These checks stay on this page.
Ingredient note
Source: 8 frozen Eggo Homestyle waffles (toasted and cut into bite-size pieces)Ingredient note
Source: 1 cup diced hamIngredient note
Source: 1 cup shredded Swiss cheeseIngredient note
Source: 6 large eggsIngredient note
Source: 1⅓ cups milkIngredient note
Source: 2 Tbsp honey mustard
How to make it
0 of 9 steps completeMake room for Monte Cristo Waffle Casserole
Review ingredients in your pantry before anything is added. Meal plans use your household size; grocery-only additions use the servings selected above.
The last little job
Finish as directed
Serve with maple syrup, powdered sugar, or raspberry preserves, if desired.
A little more help as you go
Prepare the first additions
Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.
Match the cuts in the method
Use the chopping, slicing or cutting preparation specified.
Prepare the finishing addition
Have the final topping or garnish ready for its specified step.
A few questions you might have
What should I prepare first?
Set out the oven and baking dish. Start with this step: Preheat the oven to 350ºF.
Which preparation step should I plan for?
Use the package directions where the method calls for them.
What check should I look for as it cooks?
Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden brown.
Is there another preparation step to plan for?
Set out the ingredients needed for the first cooking step.
Additional recipe notes
Please refer to my FAQ’s (Frequently Asked Questions) and ingredient list above for other substitutions or for the answers to the most common questions. Storage and freezer instructions can be found in the blog post above.
Storage & reheating safety
For cooked, perishable leftovers, refrigerate within 2 hours (1 hour above 90°F), using shallow containers for prompt cooling. Keep the refrigerator at 40°F or below, use refrigerated leftovers within 3–4 days, and reheat hot leftovers to 165°F, checked with a food thermometer. Follow any shorter package limit.
These are general safety limits, not a tested storage or freezing recommendation for this particular dish. USDA leftovers guidance · Safe cooking temperatures
Recipe source: plainchicken.com. Ingredient names and quantities may be adapted for the pantry.
Preparation notes follow the recipe shown here.
