Easy Breakfast Casserole Sausage (Printable Version)

A savory breakfast casserole with eggs, cheese, sausage, and bread or hash browns, baked to golden perfection.

# Ingredients List:

01 - 8 large eggs

02 - 1 pound breakfast sausage (turkey or chicken), cooked and crumbled

03 - 4 cups bread cubes or shredded hash browns

04 - 360 milliliters milk

05 - 170 grams shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or blend)

06 - Salt and black pepper to taste

07 - 1 cup diced bell peppers or onions

08 - 1 cup fresh spinach or mushrooms

09 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder or paprika

10 - 2 tablespoons chopped parsley for garnish

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

02 - Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.

03 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and seasonings until smooth.

04 - Spread bread cubes or shredded hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish.

05 - Distribute cooked sausage and optional vegetables evenly over the base layer.

06 - Pour the whisked egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients, ensuring full coverage.

07 - Sprinkle shredded cheese on top and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set.

08 - Allow to cool for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

01 - For best results, assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate overnight before baking.

02 - Use day-old bread to ensure optimal absorption of the egg mixture.

03 - Store leftovers refrigerated up to 4 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

04 - Reheat in an oven set to 325°F (160°C) for 10 minutes or microwave individual portions.