Ingredients
1 loaf (8 ounces) day-old French bread, cut into 1/2-inch slices6 large eggs, beaten2 cups 2% milk4 teaspoons Dijon mustard1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon pepper1/2 cup minced chives, divided1-1/2 cups shredded Gruyere or Swiss cheese, divided
Preparation
Arrange half of the bread slices in a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, mustard, salt, pepper and 1/4 cup chives.
Pour half of the egg mixture over bread; sprinkle with 1 cup cheese. Layer with remaining bread and egg mixture. Sprinkle with remaining cheese. Cover and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting. Sprinkle with remaining chives.
