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Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Imagine waking up to the irresistible aroma of savory sausage and melted cheese – that's the magic of Sausage Breakfast Casserole! This isn't just breakfast; it's a morning hug in a dish. Quick to assemble and packed with protein, it's the perfect way to start your day feeling energized and satisfied.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sausage Mixture
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage browned and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
Egg Mixture
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
Bread and Cheese
  • 6 slices bread cubed
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • olive oil for greasing

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
    olive oil
  2. Brown the sausage in a skillet. Drain off any excess grease.
    1 pound breakfast sausage
  3. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
    1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
    6 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp black pepper
  5. Stir in the cooked sausage mixture.
    1 pound breakfast sausage, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
  6. Add the cubed bread and 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well.
    6 slices bread, 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  7. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  8. Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese on top.
    2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  9. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
  10. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh chives, if desired.

Notes

For the best Sausage Breakfast Casserole, consider using a high-quality breakfast sausage with a flavor profile you enjoy. Mild, spicy, or even maple-flavored sausages can add a unique twist. Be sure to brown the sausage thoroughly to render out excess fat, preventing a greasy casserole. Slightly stale bread works best as it absorbs the egg mixture well without becoming soggy. Let the casserole sit for about 10-15 minutes after baking before cutting into it.