Hearty Sausage, Pepper & Cheddar Breakfast Casserole
This hearty breakfast casserole combines savory sausage, vibrant peppers, sharp cheddar cheese, and eggs baked into a satisfying dish. It's perfect for a weekend brunch or a make-ahead meal.
Equipment
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- large skillet
- large bowl
- whisk
- spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 6-8 slices day-old bread (sourdough or white)
- 8 large eggs
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 0.5 pound cooked and crumbled sausage
- 0.5 cup chopped yellow onion
- 0.5 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Preparation
- Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish and preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Melt butter in a large skillet, then add chopped onion and bell pepper; cook for 5-7 minutes until softened.
- Tear bread into bite-sized pieces and spread them evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle cooked sausage, sautéed onion, and bell pepper over the bread layer.
- Whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in a large bowl until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the ingredients in the baking dish, pressing the bread gently to soak it up, then sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes, until the casserole is set, golden brown, and a knife comes out clean.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated. Just add an extra 10-15 minutes to the baking time if baking from cold.