Shrimp and Croissant Brunch Casserole

Name: Shrimp and Croissant Brunch Casserole
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 6 serving(s)
Ingredients: 6 plain croissants (cut or torn into 1/2-inch pieces); 1 1/2 cups grated monterey jack cheese, divided; 8 ounces cooked small shrimp; 6 green onions, sliced; 4 large eggs; 1 3/4 cups milk; 1/4-1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

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Recipe by ratherbeswimmin

Best when made several hours ahead to allow blending of flavors before baking.

READY IN: 1hr 10mins

SERVES: 6

UNITS: US

INGREDIENTS

Nutrition

6

plain croissants (cut or torn into 1/2-inch pieces)
1 ¹⁄₂

cups grated monterey jack cheese, divided
8

ounces cooked small shrimp
6

green onions, sliced
4

large eggs
1 ³⁄₄

cups milk
¹⁄₄ - ¹⁄₂

teaspoon dried thyme
¹⁄₂

teaspoon salt
¹⁄₄

teaspoon white pepper

DIRECTIONS

Place half the croissant cubes in the bottom of a lightly greased 11 x8 inch baking dish.
Sprinkle with half the cheese, all the shrimp and green onions.
Top with remaining croissant cubes.
In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper together.
Pour pour over mixture in baking dish.
Sprinkle with remaining cheese.
Cover and refrigerate for several hours.
Bring to room temperature.
Bake in a 350 degree oven, uncovered, for about 40 minutes or until set.
Let stand for 10 minutes.
Cut into squares and serve.