Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
3 cup

seasoned croutons

1 cup

Monterey Jack cheese

1 cup

medium Cheddar cheese

3 unit

French fried onions

crumbled

2 cup

half and half

4 unit

eggs

beaten

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

Line the bottom of a small rectangular Pyrex dish with seasoned croutons.

Step 3
~4 min

Sprinkle Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the croutons.

Step 4
~4 min

Sprinkle medium Cheddar cheese evenly over the Monterey Jack cheese.

Step 5
~4 min

Crumble French fried onions and sprinkle them over the cheese.

Step 6
~4 min

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until light and frothy.

Step 7
~4 min

Add half and half to the beaten eggs.

Step 8
~4 min

Add salt and pepper to the egg mixture.

Step 9
~4 min

Blend the egg mixture well.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the custard is set.

Step 12
~4 min

Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use heavy cream instead of half and half.

Add a dash of hot sauce for a spicy kick.

Top with fresh chives after baking.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled ahead of time and baked later.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a side dish with roasted vegetables or grilled meat.

Serve as a main course with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted asparagus
Grilled chicken
Side salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Comfort food, potluck staple

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Potluck
Brunch
Dinner

Popularity Score

65/100

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