Description
Hearty sausage breakfast casserole delivers comfort on cold mornings with layers of savory ingredients. Cheesy eggs, crisp bread, and seasoned sausage combine for a satisfying meal you can enjoy with family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- 2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (50 g) shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 slices white or whole wheat bread, cubed
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped green onions
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preparation: Coat a rectangular baking dish with non-stick spray and preheat the oven to 375°F, creating an ideal baking environment.
- Protein Processing: In a skillet, brown the sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into fine crumbles until fully cooked and developing a rich caramel color. Drain excess fat meticulously.
- Foundation Layer: Spread bread cubes evenly across the prepared baking dish, creating a uniform base. Distribute the cooked sausage over the bread, ensuring complete coverage.
- Liquid Fusion: Whisk eggs, milk, mustard, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl until smooth and well-integrated. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and bread layer, ensuring thorough saturation.
- Cheese Crowning: Sprinkle cheese generously across the surface, allowing for complete distribution and maximum flavor potential.
- Thermal Transformation: Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes. Monitor for a firm egg structure and golden-brown surface coloration indicating perfect doneness.
- Resting and Serving: Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes, enabling internal temperature stabilization and structural setting. Optionally garnish with chopped chives for an aromatic and visual flourish. Serve piping hot, showcasing the layered textures and flavors.
Notes
- Choose Quality Sausage: Select high-grade breakfast sausage with balanced fat content for maximum flavor and consistent texture during cooking.
- Bread Selection Matters: Use day-old or slightly stale bread cubes to absorb liquid effectively without becoming overly soggy or losing structural integrity.
- Control Moisture Carefully: Drain sausage thoroughly to prevent excess grease from making the casserole heavy or greasy, ensuring a light and fluffy final result.
- Customize Cheese Blend: Experiment with different cheese combinations like sharp cheddar, monterey jack, or gruyere to elevate flavor profile and add personal culinary signature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 7
- Calories: 392
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 837 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 205 mg