Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole
Savor the delightful flavors of this Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole, perfect for lazy weekends or festive gatherings. With fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and melted cheddar enveloped in colorful veggies, this dish will bring joy to your breakfast table. Quick to prepare and endlessly adaptable, it promises to impress family and friends alike. Enjoy a slice of breakfast bliss that pairs beautifully with fresh fruit or crispy hash browns!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (mixed colors)
- 1 cup chopped onion
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onions and bell peppers until soft, about 3-5 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in most of the cheese.
- Layer cooked sausage and vegetables in the greased dish, pouring egg mixture on top.
- Sprinkle remaining cheese over the casserole and bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 320mg
Keywords: Customize with your choice of protein or add spinach for extra nutrition. Can be prepared ahead of time; refrigerate overnight before baking.