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Egg, Sausage, and Bread Casserole

Savory Egg, Sausage, and Bread Casserole for Cozy Mornings

Enjoy a hearty Egg, Sausage, and Bread Casserole, perfect for satisfying your weekend breakfast cravings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 6 cups Stale Bread Can use gluten-free bread
  • 1 lb Breakfast Sausage Can substitute with turkey sausage or bacon
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Fresh or frozen, can substitute with bell peppers or zucchini
  • 2 cups Spinach Can substitute with kale or omit
For the Mixture
  • 2 cups Milk Can replace with unsweetened almond milk
  • 1 cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese Any cheese works, or skip for dairy-free
  • 1 medium Onion Can substitute with 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 2 cloves Garlic Can use 1 tsp garlic powder as an alternative

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the baking dish.
  2. Cut stale bread into bite-sized cubes and layer at the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  3. In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Add mushrooms and spinach; cook until softened, around 3-4 minutes.
  4. Whisk together eggs, milk, and cheddar in a large mixing bowl. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Combine the sausage and veggie mixture into the egg mixture, then pour over the bread in the baking dish.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for approximately 50 minutes, until the center is set and top is golden brown.
  7. Cool for 10-15 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 21gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Using stale bread is crucial for the right texture. Customize ingredients based on preference. Let the casserole rest before slicing for easier serving.

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