The Watercress Company are sprucing up the idea of brunch with a selection of recipes, including this one.
This one can be adapted, you can sprinkle with a little extra grated cheese or even some fresh herbs for a little twist!
Prep time: 10 mins
Cook time: 25 mins
Serves 4
Ingredients
- 4 croissants, halved
- 2 sliced thick cut ham, halved
- Dijon mustard
- 50g watercress, any thick stalks removed
- 4 slices Swiss cheese
- 2 eggs
- 150ml milk
- 150ml cream
Method
- Preheat the oven to 180˚. Spread a little mustard on each croissant slice and then layer with the ham, cheese and watercress. Sandwich the halves together and place them in an ovenproof dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk and cream – season lightly with salt & pepper. Pour the mixture over the croissants and allow them to soak for around 15 minutes.
- Bake in the oven for around 25-30minutes, until the mixture is set and the croissants are golden brown.
Recipe from the Watercress Company