Description
A hearty and delicious breakfast casserole that combines eggs, cheese, breakfast meats, and bread in one dish. It’s perfect for feeding a crowd, meal prep, or special weekend brunches. This versatile casserole can be customized with various ingredients and is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb (450g) breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 6 slices of bread, cubed
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: diced vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Layer the bottom of the dish with cubed bread. Sprinkle the cooked sausage and optional vegetables evenly over the bread. Top with shredded cheese.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, mustard powder, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the bread, sausage, and cheese layers in the baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- For best results, let the bread cube layer sit overnight soaked in the egg mixture. This helps the bread absorb the flavors and makes the casserole more cohesive.
- Feel free to substitute the sausage with bacon, ham, or a vegetarian alternative.
- The casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 350
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g