Simple Breakfast Casserole
Start your day off right with this hearty and satisfying Simple Breakfast Casserole, a versatile crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for feeding the whole family. This easy, make-ahead recipe layers savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and creamy cheddar cheese over a base of tender, cubed bread for a golden, bubbly casserole that’s bursting with flavor. Ready in under an hour with just 15 minutes of prep, this dish is the ultimate time-saver for busy mornings or fuss-free weekend brunches. Seasoned with a hint of salt and pepper and baked to perfection, this breakfast classic is a comforting way to elevate your mornings. Whether you're hosting a big gathering or meal-prepping for the week, this casserole is sure to become a go-to favorite!
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Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups bread, cubed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
Step 2
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it into crumbles as it cooks. Remove from heat and set aside.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 4
Add the cubed bread to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Step 5
Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bread cubes.
Step 6
Pour the egg mixture over the bread and sausage, ensuring all bread cubes are soaked in the liquid.
Step 7
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
Step 8
Cover the dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
Step 9
Uncover the dish and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the casserole is set in the center.
Step 10
Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Cut into portions and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1822.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4782.1 |
| Total Fat 306.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 128.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 2143.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11401.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 272.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.4g | |
| Protein 226.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 490.4IU | 0% |
| Calcium 2547.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 26.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2577.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories