Description
Hearty sausage and egg casserole brings comfort to breakfast tables across America. Layers of savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese create a satisfying morning meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
- 10 large eggs
- 1 pound (450 grams) breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or chicken)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or mozzarella)
- ½ cup milk (or heavy cream for richness)
- 1 cup cubed bread (sourdough, French, or any sturdy bread)
- ½ cup diced bell peppers (optional, for color & flavor)
- ¼ cup chopped green onions (optional, for garnish)
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 375F (190C), setting the stage for a delectable breakfast casserole.
- Sausage Sauté: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into small crumbles until golden brown and crispy. Drain excess grease thoroughly.
- Egg Fusion: Whisk eggs with milk, incorporating salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until the mixture achieves a smooth, consistent texture.
- Ingredient Harmony: Gently combine the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, cubed bread, and diced bell peppers into the egg mixture, ensuring even distribution of all components.
- Baking Setup: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, then pour the prepared mixture, spreading it evenly across the surface.
- Oven Magic: Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, watching for a golden-brown top and a set center that indicates perfect doneness.
- Final Touches: Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, letting the flavors meld and settle.
- Serving Flourish: Sprinkle chopped green onions on top for a burst of color and fresh flavor. Serve warm with optional hot sauce, salsa, or creamy avocado for an enhanced culinary experience.
Notes
- Prevent Soggy Bottom: Use day-old bread or slightly stale bread to absorb moisture better and maintain a crisp texture throughout the casserole.
- Cheese Selection Matters: Choose high-melting cheeses like sharp cheddar or monterey jack for maximum flavor and creamy consistency.
- Control Meat Greasiness: Thoroughly drain cooked sausage to avoid excess oil pooling in the casserole, ensuring a lighter, less greasy final dish.
- Make-Ahead Magic: Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate overnight, allowing flavors to intensify and simplifying morning preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 280 mg