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Savory Egg, Sausage, and Bread Casserole

Savory Egg, Sausage, and Bread Casserole Made Easy

A comforting and customizable Savory Egg, Sausage, and Bread Casserole that's easy to prepare for breakfast.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 5 cups stale bread Gluten-free options can be substituted.
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage Can substitute turkey sausage or bacon.
For the Veggies
  • 1 cup mushrooms Fresh or frozen works well.
  • 2 cups spinach Can substitute with kale or omit.
  • 1 medium onion Alternatively, use ½ teaspoon onion powder.
  • 2 cloves garlic Garlic powder works if fresh is unavailable.
For the Egg Mixture
  • 1 cup milk Unsweetened almond milk is a great dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese Any cheese can be used, or omit for dairy-free.

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cut stale bread into bite-sized cubes and layer them at the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart until golden brown. Add chopped mushrooms and spinach, sauté for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, 1 cup of milk, and 1 cup of sharp cheddar cheese, seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Fold the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture into the egg mixture, then pour it over the bread cubes evenly.
  6. Bake in preheated oven for approximately 50 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, use stale bread and allow the casserole to rest before slicing. Prepare ahead for convenience.

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