Breakfast Sausage Casserole

Health score
7%
Breakfast Sausage Casserole
45 min.
8
215kcal

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Start your day off right with a hearty Breakfast Sausage Casserole that’s not only delicious but also easy to prepare! This dish is perfect for busy mornings or when you have guests over, as it serves up to eight people and can be made ahead of time. Imagine waking up to the enticing aroma of turkey sausage and melted sharp cheddar cheese wafting through your kitchen, inviting everyone to gather around the breakfast table.

This casserole combines the savory flavors of turkey sausage with the creamy richness of a mushroom soup base, all nestled among cubes of sourdough bread that soak up the deliciousness. With the added benefit of egg substitute and low-fat milk, you can enjoy a satisfying meal without the guilt. Plus, it’s a versatile dish that can double as a side for lunch or a main course for brunch, making it a fantastic addition to your recipe repertoire.

Whether you’re looking for a comforting breakfast option or a crowd-pleasing dish for your next gathering, this Breakfast Sausage Casserole is sure to impress. Prepare it the night before, pop it in the oven in the morning, and let it bake to golden perfection while you sip your coffee. Your family and friends will love this delightful start to their day!

Ingredients

  • 10.8 ounce cream of mushroom soup fat-free 30% 98% undiluted reduced-sodium canned
  • tablespoon dijon mustard 
  • cup egg substitute 
  • cups milk 1% low-fat divided
  • 2.5 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 1.5 ounce sourdough bread cut into 1/2-inch cubes ( 8 cups)
  • 16 ounce turkey sausage frozen thawed (such as Louis Rich)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  2. Add sausage to pan; cook 5 minutes or until browned, stirring well to crumble.
  3. Arrange bread in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish coated with cooking spray. Top evenly with cooked turkey sausage and cheddar cheese.
  4. Combine 2 1/2 cups milk, egg substitute, and Dijon mustard, stirring with a whisk.
  5. Pour over bread mixture in dish. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  6. Preheat oven to 35
  7. Uncover casserole.
  8. Combine remaining 1/2 cup milk and cream of mushroom soup, stirring with a whisk.
  9. Pour over bread mixture.
  10. Bake at 350 for 1 hour and 5 minutes or until set and lightly browned.
  11. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories215kcal
Protein39.77%
Fat40.43%
Carbs19.8%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.44
Glycemic Load
2.19
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
12.523043333188%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:215.32kcal
10.77%
Fat:9.54g
14.68%
Saturated Fat:3.81g
23.79%
Carbohydrates:10.51g
3.5%
Net Carbohydrates:10.24g
3.72%
Sugar:5.29g
5.88%
Cholesterol:57.71mg
19.24%
Sodium:811.1mg
35.27%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.12g
42.23%
Phosphorus:272.34mg
27.23%
Selenium:18.91µg
27.02%
Vitamin B2:0.46mg
26.96%
Vitamin B12:1.53µg
25.56%
Zinc:3.22mg
21.47%
Calcium:212.29mg
21.23%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.29%
Vitamin B3:3.36mg
16.82%
Vitamin B5:1.53mg
15.28%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.11%
Potassium:417.02mg
11.91%
Vitamin D:1.51µg
10.04%
Iron:1.78mg
9.87%
Magnesium:33.55mg
8.39%
Manganese:0.17mg
8.36%
Vitamin A:373.58IU
7.47%
Copper:0.14mg
7.24%
Folate:20.6µg
5.15%
Vitamin E:0.65mg
4.35%
Vitamin C:1.46mg
1.77%
Fiber:0.27g
1.1%
Source:My Recipes