Sausage Breakfast Casserole: A Delicious Morning Delight
This Sausage Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for breakfast gatherings. It's easy to prepare and combines savory sausage, eggs, and cheese for a delightful morning treat.
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage crumbled
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 4 cups cubed bread
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the crumbled breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes, then drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and layer half of the cubed bread, followed by half of the cooked sausage and half of the cheese.
- Repeat the layering with the remaining bread, sausage, and cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers, ensuring all components are soaked.
- Sprinkle chopped green onions on top if desired.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
For best texture, use day-old bread.