Hearty Sausage & Cheddar Breakfast Casserole
This Hearty Sausage & Cheddar Breakfast Casserole is a simple yet satisfying dish, perfect for feeding a crowd. With savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and sharp cheddar cheese, it's a delicious way to start your day.
Equipment
- Baking Dish (9x13 inch)
- Large Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled and drained
- 6-8 slices bread, cubed about 4 cups
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
Seasoning & Optional
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 cup chopped bell pepper or onion, sautéed Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the cubed bread evenly over the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Layering
- Sprinkle the crumbled cooked sausage over the bread, and add sautéed bell pepper or onion if desired.
- Top the sausage and vegetables with 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
Egg Mixture & Baking
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish, ensuring the bread is saturated.
- Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes to the egg mixture. This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning for a quick breakfast. If making ahead, add an extra 5-10 minutes to the bake time.