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Sausage and Egg Casserole Recipe – Easy Valentine’s Day Brunch

  • Author: Nora Winslow
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x

Description

This comforting sausage and egg casserole is a cozy, protein-packed brunch perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special morning. Prep it ahead for zero morning stress and enjoy a savory, cheesy breakfast that feeds a crowd.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (bulk pork, turkey, or veggie)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 6 cups day-old bread, cubed (French bread, sourdough, or croissants)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: 1/2 cup diced onion
  • Optional: 1 cup chopped spinach
  • Optional: 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add sausage (and onion, if using) and cook, breaking up meat, until browned and cooked through (about 8 minutes). Drain excess fat.
  3. Cube bread into 1-inch pieces. Spread half into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Scatter cooked sausage (and any veggies) over the bread, then top with half the cheese.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and slightly frothy.
  6. Pour half the egg mixture over the bread and sausage. Add the remaining bread and cheese, then pour the rest of the egg mixture evenly over the top. Press down gently with a spatula.
  7. Cover tightly with foil and refrigerate overnight for best texture, or let sit for 15 minutes if baking immediately.
  8. Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes, until the top is golden and puffed and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
  9. Let casserole cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

For best texture, use day-old bread. If using fresh bread, toast cubes in the oven for 5 minutes. Customize with different cheeses, meats, or veggies. Let casserole rest after baking for clean slices. Freeze leftovers in individual portions for easy breakfasts. If reheating, add a splash of milk to keep it moist.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/8 of casserole
  • Calories: 310
  • Sugar: 3
  • Sodium: 650
  • Fat: 17
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Carbohydrates: 22
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 18

Keywords: sausage and egg casserole, breakfast casserole, brunch, Valentine’s Day, easy breakfast, make ahead, freezer friendly, comfort food

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