Breakfast Casserole

Name: Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb breakfast sausage; 6 slices white bread, cubed; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded; 10 large eggs; 2 cups milk; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp dry mustard; 1/2 onion, diced; 1 bell pepper, diced

A hearty breakfast casserole loaded with sausage, eggs, cheese, and bread. Perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week.

60 minEasyServes 8380 cal/serving

AmericanBreakfastOvenStandardHigh ProteinLow CarbLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

1 lb breakfast sausage
6 slices white bread, cubed
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
10 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp dry mustard
1/2 onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 1 lb breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C), about 5-7 minutes. Break it into crumbles as it cooks.
3

Add 1/2 diced onion and 1 diced bell pepper to the skillet with the sausage and cook until vegetables are softened, about 3-4 minutes.
4

Place 6 slices cubed white bread in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
5

Sprinkle the cooked sausage mixture over the bread, then top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese.
6

In a large bowl, whisk together 10 large eggs, 2 cups milk, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp dry mustard until well combined.
7

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish.
8

Cover and refrigerate overnight, or for at least 1 hour. (This step is optional but recommended for the bread to absorb the egg mixture.)
9

Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
10

Let stand for 10 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

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Questions

How long does Breakfast Casserole take?

As written, 60 minutes: 15 of prep and 45 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 8, overnight, or about 8 hours. That wait sits outside the stated prep and cook times, so plan around it.

What oven temperature does Breakfast Casserole need?

For Breakfast Casserole, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 50 minutes, in step 9. The target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I make Breakfast Casserole gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in Breakfast Casserole is 6 slices white bread, cubed. Swap the bread or crumbs for a gluten-free loaf or gluten-free panko. Everything else proceeds as written.

Is Breakfast Casserole keto-friendly?

A serving of Breakfast Casserole carries 19 g of carbohydrate. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 95 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 19 percent.

Does Breakfast Casserole contain eggs?

Yes: 10 large eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Breakfast Casserole?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) has 76 g of protein in about 380 calories, alongside 19 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 168 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein breakfast collection.

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