The Diversity of The French Toast Casserole

French toast for the unaware is a combination of day old bread, eggs and milk. Yet, there is huge diversity in preparing French toast as a casserole for dinner or dessert treat. French toast casserole becomes dessert by adding sugar, cinnamon, vanilla or other ingredients to the basic bread, eggs and milk. A casserole dish should be liberally buttered so that the ingredients do not stick to the bottom or sides of the pan.

Jazzing Up A French Toast Casserole For Dinner

Healthy Casseroles

There are several ways to create the casserole for an easy dinner menu. Save left over French, Italian, brioche or challah bread and cut into one-inch squares. Prepare the basic ingredients first. Many other types of ingredients can be added to these. Parmesan cheese, mushrooms, sun-dried tomatoes, freshly chopped parsley or coriander, pre-cooked cubes of chicken or beef give the dinner casserole a different flavor.

Creative French Toast Dinner Casserole

The great thing about a French toast casserole for dinner is how inexpensive it is to make. With ingredients already available from the pantry, it is a one-dish meal that goes into the oven for less than 45 minutes, depending on the size of the casserole. For a party-style casserole, try creating a layered effect with quarter inch slices of day old bread dredged in egg and milk. Retain remaining egg and milk batter. Begin the first layer with the coated bread. Then use slices of ham for the second layer and Swiss or Cheddar cheese for the third. Use remaining bread slices for the top layer. Drizzle the remaining egg and milk batter over the top and add another layer of cheese. Bake until top is golden brown.

French Toast Casserole For Dessert

There's a wide world of ways to dress up a French Toast Casserole for dessert. The basic ingredients are the same with the addition only of sugar or other types of sweeteners like maple syrup, molasses, brown or demerara sugars. Casseroles for dessert can be served warm from the oven or for a summer treat chilled with a dollop of a good quality French vanilla ice cream or other preferred flavors. For a more "adult" version consider adding dark rum, anisette or any of the flavored liqueurs. Layers of fruit like apples, raisins, peaches, berries or pineapple can be added before baking.

The Diversity of The French Toast Casserole

Casseroles are true comfort food. We have put together a collection of delicious casserole recipes that will satisfy the hearty appetite; and that can be served for holidays, special occasions and everyday dining. Find the perfect casserole recipe from our growing selection of appetizers, side dishes, and entrees.