Description
A hearty and satisfying casserole made with eggs, sausage, cheese, and optional vegetables, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner.
Ingredients
- Eggs
- Sausage (breakfast sausage, Italian sausage, or spicy varieties)
- Milk
- Cheese (shredded cheddar, mozzarella, or preferred cheese blend)
- Bread (optional, cubed for a heartier casserole)
- Optional Add-Ins:
- Vegetables (bell peppers, spinach, mushrooms, onions)
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika)
- Substitutes:
- Turkey sausage
- Dairy-free milk
- Gluten-free bread
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once fully browned, drain excess fat and set aside.
- In a bowl, whisk the eggs and milk together. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika to taste.
- If using bread, layer the cubed bread at the bottom of a greased baking dish. Evenly distribute the cooked sausage on top of the bread. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and bread.
- Sprinkle your choice of shredded cheese over the top. If using vegetables, add them in at this stage for an extra burst of flavor.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.
Notes
- This casserole is customizable with your favorite sausage, vegetables, and seasonings. Feel free to add spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you prefer a spicy version, use spicy sausage or add jalapeños to the mix.
- To make the casserole lighter, consider using egg whites, turkey sausage, and dairy-free milk.
- To make it gluten-free, simply substitute with gluten-free bread.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
