Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole

Health score
5%
Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole
70 min.
12
497kcal

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Start your Christmas morning off right with a delightful and hearty breakfast casserole that will warm the hearts and fill the bellies of your loved ones. This Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole is not just a meal; it's a celebration of flavors and togetherness, perfect for those cozy holiday mornings when everyone gathers around the table.

Imagine the aroma of savory ground sausage mingling with the sweetness of red bell peppers and the earthiness of mushrooms, all baked to perfection in a rich, custardy egg mixture. The addition of crusty Italian bread ensures that every bite is a delightful combination of textures, while the melted cheddar cheese adds a creamy, indulgent touch that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

With just 70 minutes from start to finish, this casserole is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. Simply whip up the ingredients, let them meld together in the oven, and enjoy the festive atmosphere as your kitchen fills with mouthwatering scents. Whether served as a main dish for brunch or as a side to complement your holiday feast, this casserole is sure to become a cherished tradition in your holiday celebrations.

Gather your family, set the table, and make this Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole the centerpiece of your festive breakfast. It's a dish that embodies the spirit of the season—warm, comforting, and made to be shared.

Ingredients

  • lb diestel breakfast sausage 
  •  bell pepper red chopped
  • cups mushrooms white sliced
  • teaspoons salt 
  • serving bell pepper to taste
  • loaf bread crumbs italian (8 cups, 1-inch cubes) (crusty bread)
  • 18  eggs 
  • cup milk whole
  • 1.5 cups cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 375°F. Brown the sausage in a saute pan over medium heat for 3 minutes, breaking it into bite size pieces.
  2. Add the mushrooms, bell peppers, 1 tsp salt and pepper. Cook an additional 5 minutes.
  3. Let cool.
  4. Drain.
  5. In a bowl, beat the eggs and milk.
  6. Add remaining salt and cheese; stir to combine.
  7. Add the bread cubes and cooled sausage mixture to a greased 13×9-inch baking dish. Toss to combine.
  8. Pour the egg mixture over the bread and sausage: press the bread mixture down gently to soak up some of the egg mixture.
  9. Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes; uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes.
  10. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories497kcal
Protein17.52%
Fat63.94%
Carbs18.54%

Properties

Glycemic Index
15.75
Glycemic Load
0.77
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
15.547391321348%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.1mg
Quercetin
0.04mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:497.48kcal
24.87%
Fat:35.19g
54.13%
Saturated Fat:15.75g
98.41%
Carbohydrates:22.97g
7.66%
Net Carbohydrates:21.15g
7.69%
Sugar:13.93g
15.48%
Cholesterol:289.3mg
96.43%
Sodium:963.31mg
41.88%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:21.69g
43.38%
Selenium:26.15µg
37.36%
Vitamin B2:0.55mg
32.36%
Phosphorus:298.86mg
29.89%
Vitamin C:21.24mg
25.75%
Vitamin B3:4.29mg
21.45%
Vitamin A:1064.1IU
21.28%
Vitamin B12:1.17µg
19.58%
Folate:68.28µg
17.07%
Vitamin B5:1.69mg
16.9%
Calcium:167.08mg
16.71%
Zinc:2.47mg
16.49%
Vitamin B6:0.31mg
15.68%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.69%
Vitamin D:2.15µg
14.35%
Iron:2.54mg
14.13%
Potassium:393.1mg
11.23%
Vitamin E:1.14mg
7.58%
Magnesium:29.27mg
7.32%
Fiber:1.82g
7.28%
Copper:0.13mg
6.56%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.46%
Vitamin K:1.54µg
1.47%