Description
This Breakfast Casserole is a delicious blend of eggs, pork sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese, making it an ideal dish for brunch gatherings. Easy to prepare and perfect for any meal, this hearty casserole warms the heart and satisfies the appetite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork sausage
- 10 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups cubed bread
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced red pepper, optional
- sliced green onion, optional
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13x2-inch casserole dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium-high heat until thoroughly cooked and no longer pink, stirring frequently.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and salt until well combined.
- Evenly distribute half the bread in the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with half the cheese, black pepper, red pepper, and sausage. Repeat the layers.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or bake immediately.
- When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 325°F. Bake uncovered for 60-75 minutes, or until the eggs are set. If the top browns too quickly, cover it loosely with foil.
- If desired, sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
You can prepare this casserole the night before for an easy brunch option.
Feel free to customize with additional vegetables or your favorite cheese.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 312
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 730mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 158mg