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breakfast casserole

Breakfast Casserole

A hearty and customizable baked dish combining eggs, bread, and various ingredients, perfect for busy mornings or special occasions.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Essential Ingredients
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage crumbled
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers red and green
  • 1 cup diced onion
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 4 cups cubed bread preferably day-old

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the crumbled breakfast sausage over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. Add diced bell peppers and onion to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until smooth. Add salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, and mix well.
  5. In a greased 9x13 inch baking dish, layer cubed bread, followed by the sausage and vegetable mixture, and half of the cheddar cheese.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers, ensuring all bread is soaked. Top with remaining cheddar cheese.
  7. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until set and golden.
  8. Let cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Can be reheated in the microwave or oven.