Description
When whipping up this hearty egg casserole, comfort and flavor come together in one delicious dish. Cheesy eggs, crispy bacon, and tender vegetables make a perfect weekend breakfast that everyone around the table will devour.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage (ham, or bacon (crumbled))
Cheese and Dairy
- 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or a cheese blend)
Vegetables, Seasonings, and Preparation
- 1 cup chopped vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach, or mushrooms)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder or dried herbs (basil, oregano)
- Butter or nonstick spray (for greasing the dish)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter, ensuring complete coverage. Heat your oven to precisely 375°F (190°C).
- Cook 1 cup of breakfast sausage in a skillet until fully browned and crumbled. Transfer to a paper towel to drain excess fat.
- Chop your selected vegetables (bell peppers, onions, spinach) into small, uniform pieces. Sauté in the same skillet for 4-5 minutes until softened.
- Crack 10 large eggs into a spacious mixing bowl. Pour in 1 cup of whole milk, measuring carefully.
- Season the egg mixture with ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and optional ½ teaspoon garlic powder. Whisk until completely smooth and well-incorporated.
- Distribute the cooked sausage and vegetables across the greased baking dish, creating an even layer.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the meat and vegetable base.
- Gently pour the seasoned egg mixture over the cheese, meat, and vegetables, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven. Bake for 40 minutes, checking at 35 minutes for golden-brown edges and a firm center.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 8 minutes. This helps the eggs settle and makes cutting easier.
- Slice into square portions and serve warm directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Prep ahead by cooking meats and chopping vegetables the night before to streamline morning assembly.
- Swap protein options easily by using ham, turkey sausage, or vegetarian crumbles for dietary flexibility.
- Add a crispy top layer by sprinkling breadcrumbs or crushed crackers over the casserole before baking for extra texture.
- Ensure eggs are perfectly set by checking the center with a knife and allowing the casserole to rest, which helps it firm up and makes slicing easier.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-45 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 224 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 430 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 215 mg