Classic Sausage Breakfast Casserole
Traditional dish · American
A hearty and traditional breakfast casserole featuring savory sausage, fluffy eggs, cheese, and bread, baked to golden perfection. This is the quintessential breakfast bake, perfect for holidays or weekend brunches.
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Ingredients
- Bulk pork sausage1 pound
- Day-old bread, cubed8 cups
- Large eggs12
- Milk3 cups
- Shredded cheddar cheese2 cups
- Onion, chopped1/2 cup
- Salt1 teaspoon
- Black pepper1/2 teaspoon
Steps
- 1
Brown the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drain off excess grease and set aside.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Add the cubed bread, cooked sausage, chopped onion, and half of the shredded cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine, ensuring the bread is well coated.
- 4
Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- 5
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the bread to soak.
- 6
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Uncover the baking dish and sprinkle the remaining cheese over the top.
- 8
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.
- 9
Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.
