Description
A comforting and savory casserole perfect for breakfast, brunch, or weeknight dinners, loaded with sausage, eggs, and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 pound sausage (pork or turkey)
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, Swiss, or a blend)
- 1 cup diced bread (optional)
- 1 cup diced vegetables (optional: bell peppers, onions, spinach, or mushrooms)
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 6–8 minutes until cooked through.
- Sauté vegetables in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes until softened; scatter over the sausage.
- Mix together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl; pour over the sausage mixture.
- Add cheese evenly on top and bake for 30–35 minutes until golden and set in the center.
- Rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serve warm.
Notes
Use a slotted spoon to drain excess fat from the sausage. For a lighter version, omit the bread and increase the vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American