Breakfast Casserole

Health score
7%
Breakfast Casserole
45 min.
8
471kcal

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Start your day off right with a hearty Breakfast Casserole that’s perfect for family gatherings or a cozy brunch with friends. This delicious dish combines the savory flavors of ground pork sausage and sharp Cheddar cheese, all nestled within a fluffy egg custard and soft bread cubes. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a satisfying meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds.

What makes this Breakfast Casserole truly special is its versatility. You can easily swap out the sausage for cubed cooked ham if you prefer a different protein, making it adaptable to your taste preferences. Plus, the option to prepare it the night before means you can enjoy a stress-free morning, simply popping it in the oven when you’re ready to eat.

With a preparation time of just 15 minutes and a baking time of 45 minutes, this dish is not only easy to make but also a crowd-pleaser. Each serving is packed with flavor and provides a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, making it a fulfilling choice for breakfast or brunch. Whether you’re hosting a special occasion or just want to treat yourself and your loved ones, this Breakfast Casserole is sure to impress and satisfy. Get ready to dig into a warm, cheesy slice that will brighten your morning!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon mustard dry
  • large eggs 
  • pound sausage meat 
  • cups milk 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • ounce sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • cups sandwich bread white cubed
  • 0.3 teaspoon worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat, stirring until it crumbles and is no longer pink; drain well.
  2. Place bread cubes in a lightly greased 13- x 9-inch baking dish; sprinkle evenly with cheese, and top with sausage.
  3. Whisk together eggs and next 4 ingredients; pour evenly over sausage. Cover and chill 8 hours.
  4. Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes.
  5. Bake at 350 for 45 minutes or until set.
  6. *2 cups cubed cooked ham may be substituted for sausage.
  7. NOTE: Casserole may be baked after chilling 1 hour. Omit standing time, and bake as directed.

Nutrition Facts

Calories471kcal
Protein21.57%
Fat60.82%
Carbs17.61%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.97
Glycemic Load
13.11
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.434782712356%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:470.8kcal
23.54%
Fat:31.5g
48.46%
Saturated Fat:13.02g
81.38%
Carbohydrates:20.52g
6.84%
Net Carbohydrates:19.71g
7.17%
Sugar:5g
5.56%
Cholesterol:215.99mg
72%
Sodium:1076.58mg
46.81%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:25.14g
50.27%
Selenium:29.05µg
41.49%
Phosphorus:382.56mg
38.26%
Calcium:373.82mg
37.38%
Vitamin B2:0.53mg
31.27%
Vitamin B1:0.39mg
25.77%
Vitamin B12:1.45µg
24.09%
Zinc:3.32mg
22.12%
Vitamin B3:4.39mg
21.97%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.3%
Vitamin D:2.33µg
15.52%
Folate:62.03µg
15.51%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.83%
Iron:2.5mg
13.89%
Vitamin A:628.47IU
12.57%
Manganese:0.23mg
11.26%
Potassium:348.59mg
9.96%
Magnesium:37.48mg
9.37%
Copper:0.12mg
5.92%
Vitamin E:0.83mg
5.54%
Fiber:0.81g
3.23%
Vitamin K:1.29µg
1.22%
Source:My Recipes