Sausage Breakfast Casserole
A savory and hearty sausage breakfast casserole perfect for brunch or family breakfasts.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound sausage (Italian or breakfast)
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup whole milk or half-and-half
- 4 cups day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced
- 1 cup onions, diced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional spices (paprika, garlic powder)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Remove from casing if necessary and crumble while cooking.
- Use day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, and toast it to absorb the egg mixture better.
- Sauté diced bell peppers and onions to reduce moisture.
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer toasted bread cubes or hash browns at the bottom, followed by cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables.
- Whisk eggs with milk, salt, pepper, and desired spices. Pour evenly over layers.
- Top with half the cheese, reserving the rest for later.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cover with foil and bake for 30-35 minutes. Remove foil, add remaining cheese, and bake an additional 10-15 minutes until set.
- Test for doneness by inserting a knife in the center; it should come out clean.
Notes
Use day-old bread for best results. Casserole can be made ahead and stored overnight in the fridge.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
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