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Breakfast Sausage Casserole

Breakfast Sausage Casserole

Breakfast Sausage Casserole

By recipes genie | Published on January 2, 2025

Tools & Equipment

1
Large skillet
2
Cutting board
3
Chef's knife
4
Large bowl
5
Whisk
6
9x13 inch baking dish
7
Measuring cups
8
Measuring spoons
9
Oven mitts
10
Spatula

Ingredients

Protein

  • 1
    1 pound Breakfast sausage

Vegetables

  • 1
    1 unit Medium yellow onion
  • 2
    1 unit Green bell pepper

Dairy

  • 1
    8 unit Large eggs
  • 2
    1 cup cup milk
  • 3
    1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Bread

  • 1
    6 slices Slices of bread

Seasoning

  • 1
    0.5 teaspoon Salt
  • 2
    0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

1

Preheat Oven

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This is crucial for even baking. Make sure your oven rack is positioned in the center for even heat distribution. Do not put anything into the oven until it is preheated.

2

Brown Sausage

In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spoon or spatula. This should take about 7-10 minutes. Keep an eye on it and make sure it doesn't burn. 'Browning' in cooking means to cook over medium to high heat until the meat is no longer pink and has developed a slightly brown color. Once browned, drain off any excess grease.

3

Saute Vegetables

Chop the onion and green bell pepper into small pieces. Add them to the skillet with the sausage and cook until they soften, about 5 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent burning. Sauteing is the process of cooking vegetables over medium heat until tender. They should become translucent.

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4

Whisk Eggs

While the vegetables are cooking, whisk the eggs and milk together in a large bowl. Add salt and pepper. Whisking is the process of using a whisk to blend ingredients together until smooth. This process aerates the mixture.

5

Layer Bread

Cut the bread into 1-inch cubes. Layer the bread cubes in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. If you don't have a baking dish, a deep casserole dish will work. Make sure to grease the dish to prevent sticking.

6

Add Meat Mixture

Pour the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture over the bread cubes. Use a spoon to make sure it's evenly distributed.

7

Add Egg Mixture and Cheese

Pour the egg mixture over the bread and sausage. Use a spatula to gently press down to make sure the bread is soaked. Top with shredded cheddar cheese. Ensure that the liquid evenly coats all the bread.

8

Bake Casserole

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and set. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean. Be careful as the dish will be very hot. Use oven mitts when removing from the oven.

9

Cool Before Serving

Let the casserole cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows it to set and makes it easier to serve. It also prevents burning of the tongue.

Recipe Tips

  • For a spicier casserole, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or use a spicy sausage.
  • You can use any type of bread. Day-old bread works best because it soaks up the egg mixture better without getting too mushy.
  • For a vegetarian option, substitute the sausage with a plant-based sausage or add more vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To reheat, place the casserole in the oven at 300°F (150°C) until heated through or microwave in intervals until warm.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Calories

350 kcal

Carbs

30g

Protein

15g

Fat

20g

Fiber

2g

Sugar

5g

Sat. Fat

8g

Sodium

600mg

Trans Fat

0.5g

Cholesterol

250mg

Potassium

250mg

Vitamin A

250%

Vitamin C

15%

Calcium

150%

Iron

2%

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