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make-ahead breakfast casserole

Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole Saves 20 Morning Minutes

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A hearty make-ahead breakfast casserole with eggs, cheese, sausage, and bread.

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 cup diced onions
  • 2 cups cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage or bacon
  • 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • 4 cups cubed stale bread

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
  3. Stir in the bell peppers, onions, cooked sausage or bacon, and half of the cheese.
  4. Add the cubed bread to the mixture and gently fold until evenly combined.
  5. Pour the mixture into a greased baking dish and top with the remaining cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
  7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden.
  8. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can refrigerate overnight for better flavor absorption.
  • You can bake it immediately if needed.
  • Stays fresh in the fridge for up to 2 days before baking.
  • Freeze for up to 1 month; thaw before baking.
  • Author: Livia Reed
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 220mg