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Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole

Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole: The Best Breakfast Bake Ever

Enjoy this Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole, a hearty breakfast that combines sausage, eggs, cheese, and optional veggies for a customizable and comforting dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Whimsical Brunch Creations
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Sausage can substitute with Italian, chorizo, or turkey sausage
  • 8 large Eggs for best results
  • 1 cup Milk can substitute with non-dairy milk for lactose-free
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese shredded, can use any blend
  • 3 cups Bread Cubes optional, use stale or pre-dried
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder can substitute with fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika can use regular paprika
Optional Veggies
  • Bell Peppers chopped, optional
  • Spinach chopped, optional
  • Onions chopped, optional

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease your baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until it's crumbled and golden. Drain excess grease.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
  4. Layer the cooked sausage, vegetables, and cheese in the baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over everything.
  5. Bake for 30-40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  6. Let cool for about 5 minutes, then slice and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and stored in the fridge. Adjust baking time if refrigerated before baking.

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