Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole

Health score
8%
Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole
45 min.
6
456kcal

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Start your day off right with this delicious Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will leave everyone at the table satisfied. Whether you're hosting a brunch gathering or simply looking for a hearty morning meal, this casserole is the ideal solution. With its combination of toasted ciabatta bread, savory turkey breakfast sausage, and a creamy egg mixture, each bite is a delightful experience.

What makes this recipe truly special is its convenience. You can prepare it the night before, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you sleep. Just pop it in the oven in the morning, and in less than an hour, you'll have a warm, comforting dish ready to serve. The addition of fresh parsley and green onions adds a burst of color and freshness, making it not only tasty but visually appealing as well.

With 456 calories per serving, this casserole is a balanced option that provides a satisfying start to your day without the guilt. Plus, it's versatile enough to be enjoyed as a side dish or a main course. So gather your ingredients, roll up your sleeves, and get ready to impress your family and friends with this scrumptious breakfast delight!

Ingredients

  • ounces ciabatta bread cut into 1-inch cubes
  • ounce egg substitute 
  • large eggs 
  • 1.3 cups skim milk fat-free
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup spring onion chopped
  • ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded reduced-fat
  • pound diestel breakfast sausage 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  3. Bake at 400 for 8 minutes or until toasted.
  4. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
  5. Add sausage to pan; cook 6 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble.
  6. Combine sausage, bread, and onions in a large bowl.
  7. Combine milk, cheese, eggs, and egg substitute in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  8. Add milk mixture to bread mixture, tossing to coat bread. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  9. Preheat oven to 35
  10. Uncover casserole.
  11. Bake at 350 for 50 minutes or until set and lightly browned.
  12. Sprinkle with parsley; serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories456kcal
Protein23.76%
Fat56.55%
Carbs19.69%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.38
Glycemic Load
1.09
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
16.084347807843%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.87mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.2mg
Quercetin
0.89mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:455.97kcal
22.8%
Fat:28.4g
43.69%
Saturated Fat:10.98g
68.63%
Carbohydrates:22.26g
7.42%
Net Carbohydrates:21.58g
7.85%
Sugar:3.66g
4.07%
Cholesterol:136.86mg
45.62%
Sodium:911.52mg
39.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.85g
53.69%
Selenium:27.15µg
38.78%
Vitamin K:40µg
38.09%
Phosphorus:307.31mg
30.73%
Vitamin B2:0.47mg
27.79%
Calcium:252.57mg
25.26%
Vitamin B12:1.42µg
23.6%
Zinc:3.2mg
21.31%
Vitamin B1:0.3mg
19.98%
Vitamin B3:3.75mg
18.76%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
17.94%
Vitamin D:2.6µg
17.31%
Vitamin B5:1.66mg
16.62%
Vitamin A:720.65IU
14.41%
Potassium:421.18mg
12.03%
Iron:2.12mg
11.75%
Magnesium:31.82mg
7.95%
Vitamin E:1.12mg
7.45%
Folate:26.99µg
6.75%
Vitamin C:4.06mg
4.92%
Copper:0.09mg
4.32%
Fiber:0.68g
2.71%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.48%