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Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole with Eggs and Sausage Recipe

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  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Description

This Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole combines savory sausage, cheesy goodness, and hearty bread cubes baked to perfection. It’s an ideal make-ahead breakfast that feeds a crowd with minimal effort and brings festive warmth to your holiday morning table.

Ingredients

Scale

Sausage

  • 1 lb breakfast sausage

Egg Mixture

  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Other Ingredients

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 cups cubed bread (day-old or slightly stale works best)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to fully preheat while you prepare the casserole components.
  2. Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. Cook thoroughly until browned and no longer pink inside. Drain excess fat to prevent greasiness in the casserole.
  3. Assemble Casserole: In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, evenly layer the cubed bread first. Then sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bread, followed by the shredded cheddar cheese.
  4. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  5. Pour and Bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered casserole ingredients, making sure it seeps through all the bread cubes. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is lightly golden.
  6. Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool and set for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm for a festive breakfast treat.

Notes

  • Use day-old or stale bread for best texture; fresh bread may result in a soggy casserole.
  • You can prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate it; bake it in the morning but add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.
  • Feel free to customize with additional ingredients like diced onions, bell peppers, or herbs for extra flavor.
  • Low-fat milk or milk alternatives can be substituted but may slightly alter texture.

Find it online: https://recipes.mbeams.com/christmas-morning-breakfast-casserole-with-eggs-and-sausage-recipe/