Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole Recipe
This Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole is a delicious and hearty breakfast or brunch option that is simple to make and perfect for feeding a crowd. With savory sausage, fluffy eggs, gooey cheese, and optional veggies, it’s a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage:
- 1 pound sausage (breakfast sausage, Italian, or spicy)
Egg Mixture:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
Additional Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or preferred cheese blend)
- 2 cups bread cubes (optional)
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/2 cup chopped spinach (optional)
- 1/4 cup diced onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 7×11-inch (or 8×11-inch) baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
- Prepare the Sausage: Brown your sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease and set it aside.
- Mix the Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
- Assemble the Casserole: Layer cooked sausage, vegetables (if using), shredded cheese in a greased baking dish. Top with optional bread cubes if using. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 30-40 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
- You can customize this casserole by adding your favorite veggies, such as mushrooms or tomatoes.
- Feel free to substitute the sausage with bacon or ham for a different flavor.
- This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated, then baked in the morning for a quick breakfast option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 240mg
Keywords: Sausage and Egg Casserole, Breakfast Casserole, Brunch Recipe, Easy Casserole
