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The Ultimate Savory Breakfast Sausage & Cheese Casserole


  • Author: Jessica

Ingredients

Scale

Essential Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup milk
  • 4 slices of bread, cubed

Optional Add-ins:

  • 1 chopped bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced onion
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or chives

Instructions

1. Preparation:

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Cook until no longer pink.

2. Egg Mixture:

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

3. Combine Ingredients:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, shredded cheese, and cubed bread.
  2. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and bread mixture. Mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated.

4. Assemble the Casserole:

  1. Transfer the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish, spreading it out evenly.
  2. Let the casserole sit for about 15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the egg mixture.

Baking:

  1. Cover the casserole with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning.
  2. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the top is golden brown.

Tips:

  • Check for doneness by inserting a knife into the center; it should come out clean.
  • For a firmer texture, bake for a few extra minutes if needed.

Notes

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Resting Time (for bread to absorb): 15 minutes
Baking Time:

  • 30 minutes covered
  • 15-20 minutes uncovered

Total Time: Approximately 1 hour 10 minutes

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