Description
Hearty Breakfast Casserole brings your family together for a delightful morning meal that’s packed with cheesy goodness and comforting flavors. Layers of eggs, sausage, and bread create a satisfying dish that’ll make everyone smile around the breakfast table.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup diced ham
Starches and Bases:
- 1 loaf bread, cubed
- 2 cups milk
Flavor Enhancers and Seasonings:
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- ½ cup chopped onions
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a precise 350°F (175°C) and position the rack in the center for even heating.
- Crack 6 large eggs into a spacious mixing bowl and pour in 2 cups of whole milk, then whisk energetically until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Tear or cut 1 entire loaf of bread into roughly 1-inch cubes, allowing them to absorb the egg mixture generously.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese, 1 cup of diced ham, ½ cup of chopped bell peppers, and ½ cup of chopped onions into the bowl, distributing ingredients evenly.
- Season the mixture with salt and pepper, using your fingers to gently fold everything together until well integrated.
- Thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it smoothly and ensuring even distribution.
- Slide the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for exactly 45 minutes, checking that the top turns golden and the center appears set.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes, which helps it firm up and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Swap bread cubes for gluten-free bread if cooking for someone with gluten sensitivity.
- Dice ham and vegetables into small, uniform pieces to ensure even distribution and consistent texture throughout the casserole.
- Customize the flavor profile by experimenting with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, Swiss, or pepper jack.
- Prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate, then bake in the morning for a stress-free breakfast that feeds a crowd.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Casseroles
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg