Delicious Shrimp and Cheese Brunch Bake: A Savory Make-Ahead Delight

Ingredients

• Softened salted butter, divided into four tablespoons
• Six slices of crust-free white sandwich bread
• A generous cup of grated Swiss cheese
• Finely chopped green onions, totaling two in number
• Fresh parsley, chopped with care, amounting to two tablespoons
• Small shrimp, cooked and weighing half a pound
• Quality 2% milk, precisely one and a half cups
• Low-fat sour cream, half a cup in measure
• Three large eggs, cracked and ready
• Dijon mustard, a hint of half a teaspoon
• Salt, a modest half teaspoon

Step 1

Prepare an 8x8-inch casserole dish by generously buttering it up. Use the leftover butter to coat the bread slices lightly, then slice them diagonally. Lay half of the bread in the dish as the base. Next, layer it with Swiss cheese, green onions, parsley, and shrimp - repeat these layers once more before adding the remaining bread on top. Finish off by sprinkling the remaining cheese, onions, parsley, and shrimp over the casserole.

Step 2

In a bowl, whisk together milk, sour cream, eggs, Dijon mustard, and salt until well combined. Pour this mixture over the casserole, ensuring an even distribution. Cover the dish and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours, or ideally overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 3

When you're ready to bake, preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Slide the casserole into the oven and bake until it's beautifully puffed and golden, which should take around 30 to 40 minutes. Once out of the oven, allow it to rest for 5 minutes before cutting it into squares for serving. Enjoy this delicious dish with your loved ones!