Here’s a delicious, hearty Breakfast Sausage & Egg Casserole recipe using your ingredients—perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping!
🍳 Breakfast Sausage & Egg Casserole
*(Serves 6-8 | Prep: 15 mins | Cook: 45 mins)*
📝 Ingredients
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1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
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1 medium onion, chopped (optional, but recommended for flavor)
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6 large eggs
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2 cups whole milk (or half-and-half for extra richness)
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1 tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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6 slices bread, cubed (or 4 cups frozen hash browns for a gluten-free option)
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1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or pepper jack for spice lovers)
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1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
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½ tsp paprika (optional, for smokiness)
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Cook sausage & onions – Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles. Add onions and cook until soft (5 mins). Drain excess grease.
2️⃣ Layer casserole – In a greased 9×13-inch baking dish, spread bread cubes (or hash browns). Top with sausage mixture and 1 cup cheese.
3️⃣ Whisk wet ingredients – In a bowl, beat eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and optional spices. Pour evenly over the casserole.
4️⃣ Top & chill – Sprinkle remaining ½ cup cheese. Cover and refrigerate 30 mins–overnight (for best texture).
5️⃣ Bake – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake uncovered 45-50 mins until golden and set (no jiggle in the center).
6️⃣ Rest & serve – Let cool 10 mins before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley or hot sauce!
💡 Pro Tips
✔ Make ahead – Assemble the night before; bake in the morning.
✔ Add veggies – Toss in spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms.
✔ Crispy top – Broil 2-3 mins at the end for extra crunch.
✔ Freezer-friendly – Bake, cool, slice, and freeze portions for up to 1 month. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
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Pair with fresh fruit or a green salad.
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Great for brunch, holidays, or busy weekdays!
Enjoy your savory, protein-packed breakfast! 😋
Need a lighter version? Swap turkey sausage and almond milk!