Description
A hearty and comforting Christmas Breakfast Casserole featuring savory sausage, eggs, cheese, and bread, perfect for holiday mornings or weekend brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 6 slices day-old bread, cubed
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Prepare the baking dish. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and evenly spread the cubed day-old bread at the bottom to create a base for the casserole.
- Cook the sausage. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground pork sausage thoroughly. Drain any excess grease and spread the cooked sausage evenly over the bread cubes in the baking dish.
- Mix the eggs and cheese. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, dry mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper until well combined. Stir in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese.
- Combine and soak. Pour the egg and cheese mixture evenly over the sausage and bread layers in the baking dish. Press down gently with a fork to help the bread soak up the egg mixture for even flavor and texture.
- Refrigerate overnight. Cover the casserole dish with foil and refrigerate overnight or for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the custard.
- Bake the casserole. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the covered casserole for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Rest before serving. Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes after baking to allow it to set, then serve warm to enjoy a delicious breakfast treat.
Notes
- Day-old bread works best as it absorbs the custard without becoming too mushy.
- You can substitute the pork sausage with turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- Adding diced vegetables such as bell peppers or onions can add extra flavor and nutrition.
- For convenience, prepare and refrigerate overnight to save time in the morning.
- Use sharp cheddar cheese for a bold flavor, or swap with mozzarella for a milder taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
