Sausage and Egg Casserole
Start your morning with a warm and cheesy Sausage and Egg Casserole that bakes up golden on top, tender and custardy inside, perfect for busy weekdays or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6 large eggs Provide structure and custardy texture.
- 1 cup milk Whole milk recommended for richness.
- 1 pound breakfast sausage Pork sausage is classic, but turkey or chicken can be used.
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Classic choice, can substitute with other cheeses.
- 1 cup diced bell pepper Add flavor and color.
- 1 cup diced onion Adds depth of flavor.
- 1 loaf bread, cubed Use day-old bread for best absorption.
- to taste salt and pepper Season according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
- Add cooked sausage, cheese, bell pepper, onion, and bread cubes to the egg mixture. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Assemble the casserole night before for easy baking in the morning. Customize by switching meats or adding veggies.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g
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