Description
This delicious Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for a family breakfast or brunch. Made with browned breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, cheese, and bread, then baked to golden perfection, it’s an easy make-ahead recipe that can be refrigerated overnight for convenience.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Dairy
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Bakery
- 6 slices white sandwich bread, cubed
Spices & Herbs
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and crumbled. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.
- Prepare Bread Layer: Cut the white sandwich bread into cubes and evenly layer them in a greased 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the cubed bread. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the sausage layer.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and fully blended.
- Combine Layers: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered casserole. Gently press the layers down to allow the bread to absorb the liquid mixture.
- Refrigerate: Cover the baking dish and refrigerate the casserole for at least 2 hours or overnight to let the flavors meld and the bread soak up the egg mixture thoroughly.
- Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Remove the cover and bake the casserole uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
- Cool and Garnish: Let the casserole cool for about 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired for a fresh, colorful touch.
Notes
- For best results, prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate to allow full absorption of the egg mixture into the bread.
- Use day-old or slightly stale bread if possible, as it absorbs the egg mixture better and prevents sogginess.
- Feel free to substitute breakfast sausage with turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- You can add diced vegetables like bell peppers or onions to the sausage mixture for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If dairy-free, substitute whole milk and cheddar cheese with plant-based alternatives.
