Caledonian Brunch Casserole Make Ahead

Transform your mornings with this Caledonian Brunch Casserole Make Ahead, a decadent and savory dish designed to simplify your breakfast or brunch routine. Packed with layers of cubed day-old bread, crispy ground pork sausage, velvety sharp cheddar cheese, and smoky Scottish salmon, this casserole is a rich symphony of flavors. The egg custard, infused with whole milk, heavy cream, ground mustard, and fresh chives, ensures every bite is perfectly moist and flavorful. The best part? This dish is prepared the night before, allowing the flavors to meld harmoniously and saving you time on busy mornings. With its golden, cheesy top and hearty ingredients, this make-ahead breakfast casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd or celebrating special occasions in style.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 6 cups Day-old bread, cubed
• 8 large Eggs
• 2 cups Whole milk
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 1 pound Ground pork sausage
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Scottish smoked salmon, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Ground mustard powder
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Butter, for greasing

Directions

Step 1

Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the ground pork sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, ground mustard powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

Spread the cubed bread evenly in the greased casserole dish, ensuring it covers the bottom in an even layer.

Step 5

Scatter the cooked sausage, chopped smoked salmon, and shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the bread cubes.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture over the bread, sausage, salmon, and cheese, ensuring all the ingredients are well-covered and soaked in the liquid.

Step 7

Sprinkle the chopped chives over the top for garnish.

Step 8

Cover the casserole tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.

Step 9

When ready to bake, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and discard the cover. Let it sit at room temperature while the oven preheats.

Step 11

Bake the casserole on the middle oven rack for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean.

Step 12

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing into portions. Serve warm and enjoy your Caledonian Brunch Casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3508.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	8327.9

Total Fat 407.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 182.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 2443.1mg	0%
Sodium 17140.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 759.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.9g	0%
Total Sugars 73.0g
Protein 396.7g	0%

Vitamin D 1842.2IU	0%
Calcium 3492.8mg	0%
Iron 64.1mg	0%
Potassium 3958.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.2%

Protein: 19.1%

Carbs: 36.6%