Sausage Pecan Morning Casserole

Start your day with the ultimate crowd-pleaser: Sausage Pecan Morning Casserole! This hearty breakfast bake combines savory browned breakfast sausage, buttery sautéed onions, and crunchy pecans for a flavor-packed start to your morning. Layers of day-old bread, sharp cheddar cheese, and a perfectly seasoned egg mixture create a satisfying, make-ahead dish that’s ideal for busy mornings or holiday brunches. Prep the casserole the night before for an effortless breakfast that bakes to golden perfection in just 45 minutes. Garnished with fresh parsley, this comforting dish serves up warm, cheesy, and nutty bites in every forkful. It’s the perfect balance of texture and flavor to start your day on a delicious note! Keywords: breakfast casserole, sausage pecan casserole, make-ahead breakfast, holiday brunch recipes, savory breakfast bake.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 0.5 cup pecans, chopped
• 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 large eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1 teaspoon ground mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Transfer the cooked sausage to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess grease.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté the onion over medium heat until it becomes translucent and soft, about 5 minutes. Add the chopped pecans and sauté for another 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray. Spread the cubed bread evenly over the bottom of the dish.

Step 5

Layer the browned sausage over the bread cubes, followed by the onion and pecan mixture. Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, making sure the bread is well-soaked. Gently press down on the casserole to ensure everything is submerged in the egg mixture.

Step 8

Cover the dish with aluminum foil and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for the best flavor infusion.

Step 9

Once ready, bake the casserole covered for 30 minutes in the preheated oven. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole has set.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes. Optional: garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Step 11

Slice into portions and serve warm. Enjoy your savory sausage pecan morning casserole!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2506.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5674.9

Total Fat 283.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 118.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 1685.8mg	0%
Sodium 11816.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 529.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.9g	0%
Total Sugars 61.3g
Protein 241.5g	0%

Vitamin D 465.2IU	0%
Calcium 2742.3mg	0%
Iron 41.7mg	0%
Potassium 3419.3mg	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: 45.3%

Protein: 17.1%

Carbs: 37.6%