Description
Easy Sausage Breakfast Casserole is the ultimate crowd-pleasing breakfast dish that combines savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheese layered between pieces of hearty bread. Perfect for a lazy Sunday morning or a special brunch gathering, this casserole can be prepared in advance and baked to perfection. Your family will love the rich flavors and comforting aromas that fill your kitchen as it bakes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb sausage (pork, turkey, or vegetarian)
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 4 cups cubed stale bread
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup chopped bell peppers (red or green)
- 1 cup diced onions
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and spray a large baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled.
- Add chopped onions and bell peppers; sauté until soft (about 5 minutes).
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk; season with salt and pepper.
- Layer cubed bread in the baking dish, followed by the sausage mixture, then pour the egg mixture on top. Sprinkle cheese generously.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and puffy. Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 220mg