Classic Savory Breakfast Casserole
Enjoy a hearty and delicious start to your day with this classic savory breakfast casserole. Packed with eggs, your favorite breakfast meat, and cheese, it's perfect for brunches or feeding a crowd.
Equipment
- Baking Dish
- Large Bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 0.5 cup milk whole, 2%, or non-dairy
- 1 cup cooked breakfast meat crumbled or chopped (sausage, bacon, or ham)
- 0.5 cup chopped onions lightly sautéed
- 0.5 cup chopped bell peppers lightly sautéed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- garlic powder Pinch
For Greasing
- Cooking spray or butter
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
- Spread the cooked breakfast meat, then the sautéed onions and bell peppers, evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Assembly
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until frothy.
- Pour the egg mixture over the fillings in the baking dish and sprinkle generously with shredded cheddar cheese.
Baking and Serving
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving warm.
Notes
This casserole is very customizable! Feel free to substitute your favorite vegetables or cheeses. For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the egg mixture. You can assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate it, then bake it in the morning for a quick and easy breakfast.