Hot Sausage and Vegetable Breakfast Casserole

Start your day with a flavor-packed Hot Sausage and Vegetable Breakfast Casserole, a hearty and vibrant dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week! This easy-to-make recipe combines spicy hot Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and tender onions, all baked together with fluffy eggs, creamy whole milk, and a melty blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Seasoned to perfection with garlic, salt, and black pepper, this casserole is baked until golden and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just about an hour, it’s ideal for busy mornings or a weekend brunch. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for a satisfying breakfast that’s low-carb, protein-packed, and absolutely mouthwatering.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound hot Italian sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium zucchini (diced)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 10 large eggs
• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray or a light coating of oil.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.

Step 3

Remove the casing from the hot Italian sausage, crumble it into the skillet, and cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes). Use a spatula to break it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the diced onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.

Step 6

Stir in the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese into the egg mixture.

Step 7

Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out with a spatula, if needed.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the top is golden brown.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1917.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3371.2

Total Fat 241.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 99.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.6g
Cholesterol 2458.1mg	0%
Sodium 9614.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 37.0g
Protein 226.3g	0%

Vitamin D 507.4IU	0%
Calcium 2374.8mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 2135.2mg	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: 64.3%

Protein: 26.8%

Carbs: 8.9%