Description
This Cheesy Sausage & Egg Breakfast Casserole is a comforting and hearty dish perfect for a family breakfast or brunch. Featuring savory browned sausage, fluffy eggs, melted cheddar cheese, and soft bread, this casserole combines classic breakfast flavors into one easy baked dish. It’s simple to prepare and makes a satisfying, crowd-pleasing morning meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Other
- 3 cups diced bread
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature by the time your casserole is ready to bake.
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is fully browned. Once cooked, drain any excess fat to avoid greasiness in the casserole.
- Mix Egg Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined to create a flavorful egg mixture.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked sausage, diced bread, and shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture. Stir everything thoroughly to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Assemble & Bake: Pour the combined mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, until the casserole is set in the center and golden on top.
- Cool & Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes after removing it from the oven to help it firm up slightly, then serve warm and enjoy your hearty breakfast.
Notes
- You can substitute the bread with gluten-free bread if desired.
- For a spicier kick, add some crushed red pepper flakes or jalapeños.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
- Adding chopped vegetables like bell peppers or spinach can add nutritive value and color.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before; refrigerate the assembled dish overnight and bake in the morning.
