Description
A hearty and delicious Cheesy Breakfast Sausage Casserole perfect for a family breakfast or brunch. This savory dish combines savory sausage, gooey melted cheese, eggs, milk, and your choice of bread or hash browns, baked to golden perfection with optional diced vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Dairy
- 1 pound sausage (turkey, or vegetarian)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
Base
- 4 cups bread cubes or hash browns
Seasonings and Vegetables
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach)
Instructions
- Assemble the Casserole: Start by layering the bread cubes or hash browns evenly at the bottom of a greased baking dish. If using optional diced vegetables, sprinkle them over the bread layer for added flavor and nutrition.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Cook the sausage thoroughly in a skillet over medium heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed. Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the bread or hash browns, then sprinkle the shredded cheese generously on top.
- Pour Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the assembled layers in the baking dish, allowing the liquid to soak into the bread or hash browns.
- Bake Covered: Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Place it in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 30 minutes. This allows the casserole to cook through and the eggs to set gently.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 to 20 minutes. This step browns the cheese topping to a golden color and ensures the casserole is fully set and slightly crisp on top.
Notes
- You can substitute bread cubes with frozen hash browns for a different texture.
- Sausage options include turkey, pork, beef, or vegetarian varieties to suit your dietary preferences.
- Add vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or spinach for extra nutrition and flavor.
- Cover the dish with foil during initial baking to keep the casserole moist.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste, especially if your sausage or cheese is already salted.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking before serving for easier slicing.
