Description
A hearty and delicious Cheesy Breakfast Sausage Casserole featuring savory sausage, melted cheese, eggs, and your choice of bread cubes or hash browns. Perfect for a satisfying breakfast or brunch, this casserole is easy to assemble and bake, with optional vegetables to add extra flavor and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 1 pound sausage (turkey or vegetarian)
Dairy
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or your choice)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
Starches
- 4 cups bread cubes or hash browns
Seasonings and Optional
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: diced vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach)
Instructions
- Assemble the Casserole: Layer the bread cubes or hash browns evenly at the bottom of a greased casserole dish to form the base.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the bread or hash browns, then sprinkle the shredded cheese over the sausage layer.
- Mix and Pour Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour this mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the casserole dish.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30 minutes to allow the casserole to set.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for another 15 to 20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is fully cooked and set.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage for vegetarian sausage to accommodate dietary preferences.
- Adding diced vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or spinach can boost nutrition and flavor.
- Using hash browns instead of bread cubes results in a crispier texture on the bottom layer.
- Covering the casserole during the first part of baking helps keep it moist and allows the eggs to cook evenly.
- This casserole can be prepared the night before; assemble and refrigerate, then bake in the morning for convenience.
