– 1 pound breakfast sausage
– 8 large eggs
– 2 cups milk
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
– 4 cups cubed bread (use your favorite kind, preferably day-old)
– Optional: chopped vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach, etc.)
Creating your Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole is straightforward. Follow these simple steps to whip up this delicious dish:
1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until it’s browned and fully cooked. Break it up into crumbles while cooking. Drain any excess grease.
3. Whisk the Eggs: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Add Cheese and Bread: Stir in the shredded cheese and cubed bread into the egg mixture.
5. Combine: Once the sausage is cooked, add it to the egg and bread mixture. If you’re using vegetables, fold them in at this time.
6. Pour into Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and pour the casserole mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
8. Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting it into squares for serving.
The clear instructions will guide you in preparing this amazing casserole effortlessly!