Description
This Breakfast Casserole is packed with flavor and easy to prepare, featuring savory sausage, creamy eggs, and sharp cheddar cheese. Ideal for a Father’s Day brunch, its layers of bread and peppers create a hearty meal that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound pork sausage
- 10 large eggs lightly beaten
- 3 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 6 cups cubed bread
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- ½ cup diced red pepper optional
- sliced green onion optional
Instructions
- Grease a 9x13x2-inch casserole dish.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until no longer pink.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, and salt in a large bowl until combined.
- Layer half of the bread in the dish, followed by half of the cheese, black pepper, red pepper, and sausage. Repeat the layers.
- Pour the egg mixture over the casserole evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or bake immediately.
- Preheat the oven to 325°F when ready to bake.
- Bake uncovered for 60-75 minutes, or until the eggs are set, covering loosely with foil if browning too quickly.
- Sprinkle with sliced green onions if desired and serve warm.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using a mix of cheeses.
You can prep this casserole the night before for a quick bake in the morning.
Customize with your favorite vegetables or meats for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 220mg