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Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Sausage breakfast casserole with bread, eggs, milk, and cheddar baked until golden and set.

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⏱ 65 min🍽 6 servings🔥 430 cal
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Sausage Breakfast Casserole

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices bread
  • 1 lb sausage, browned and crumbled
  • 6 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

Follow each step in order. The directions below are written so a beginner can understand what to do, what to look for, and when to move on to the next step.

  1. Step 1.Cube the bread and place it in a greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish.
  2. Step 2.Sprinkle the browned, crumbled sausage evenly over the bread.
  3. Step 3.Blend the beaten eggs, milk, and salt, then pour the mixture over the bread and sausage.
  4. Step 4.Cover the casserole evenly with the shredded cheddar cheese.
  5. Step 5.Refrigerate overnight so the bread absorbs the egg mixture.
  6. Step 6.Bake uncovered at 350°F for 45 minutes, until the casserole is set and golden.

HELPFUL NOTES

Tips, Substitutions & Storage

Extra guidance to help you get a reliable result, avoid common problems, and know what to do with leftovers.

✓ Recipe Tips

  • Brown and crumble the sausage before adding it to the casserole.
  • Refrigerate the assembled casserole overnight, as demonstrated.
  • Bake uncovered at 350°F for the 45-minute bake shown in the tutorial.

! Common Mistakes

  • Skipping the overnight rest prevents the bread from fully absorbing the egg mixture.
  • Using sausage that has not been browned changes the tutorial's method.
  • Removing the casserole before it is set leaves the center undercooked.

↔ Substitutions

  • Use the cheddar cheese specified in the tutorial.
  • Use any bread you prefer for the six slices.
  • Use a greased 9-by-13-inch baking dish, as shown.

⌂ Storage & Reheating

  • Cool leftovers promptly before refrigerating.
  • Store covered in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat portions until hot throughout.

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