Golden Morning Delight: The Ultimate Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole

Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole

Introduction

This Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole is the ultimate breakfast crowd-pleaser: savory, satisfying, and effortlessly delicious. Its simple preparation makes it perfect for busy mornings, holiday brunches, or feeding a hungry group—without the need for constant monitoring at the stove.

With fluffy eggs, flavorful sausage, and a melty blanket of cheese, this casserole is as comforting as it is convenient. It’s a one-dish wonder that transforms basic ingredients into a golden, delicious bake that disappears quickly at any gathering.

Why This Sausage and Egg Casserole is a Breakfast Winner

The magic of this casserole lies in its harmony of flavors and textures—juicy sausage, creamy eggs, and gooey cheese nestled over soft bread. It’s incredibly adaptable; switch up the cheese, toss in veggies, or swap for your favorite sausage variety to make it your own. The casserole can even be assembled the night before, making your mornings virtually hands-off while ensuring a hot breakfast is ready in no time.

Ingredients for Success

You only need a handful of kitchen staples to deliver big flavor:

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 slices sandwich bread, cubed
  • Optional: diced bell peppers, onions, or spinach

Chop veggies lightning-fast with the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper for perfect uniformity.

Step-By-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through, breaking up the meat as it cooks. A Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher makes this step easier and faster for perfectly crumbled sausage.
  3. Remove the cooked sausage with a slotted spoon and set aside. Optionally, sauté any veggies in the same pan until softened, about 3 minutes.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth. For fluffy eggs every time, try blending the mixture in a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender—it’s fast and fuss-free.
  5. Layer the cubed bread on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle cooked sausage (and veggies, if using) evenly over the bread, then top with shredded cheddar.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over everything, ensuring all bread cubes are moistened.
  7. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the casserole is puffed, golden, and the center is set. For easy cleanup, line your baking dish with a sheet from the Reynolds Kitchens Brown Parchment Paper Roll before assembling.
  8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving hot.

Make-Ahead and Serving Tips

This sausage and egg casserole is ideal for meal prep! You can assemble it the night before—just cover and refrigerate, then bake the next morning. Store leftovers in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers so breakfast is ready to reheat all week.

Serve with a fresh fruit salad or a side of roasted vegetables for a balanced meal. To keep your table looking festive, lay out a Socomi Pink Easter Cheesecloth Table Runner for effortless brunch presentation.

Nutritional Information and Servings

This recipe makes about 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately:

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 19g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fat: 20g

Nutrition may vary with additions or substitutions of sausage, cheese, or veggies.

Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole (Recap)

This Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole delivers a hearty, flavor-packed breakfast that’s as simple as it is crowd-pleasing. With a handful of ingredients and nearly no prep work, you can serve up a golden, cheesy dish that’s sure to be requested on repeat—perfect for holidays, brunches, or make-ahead weekday mornings.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 55 minutes

Enjoy the ease and comfort of a classic breakfast casserole—no stress, just satisfying flavor in every bite!

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