New Year's Day Breakfast Casserole

Health score
7%
New Year's Day Breakfast Casserole
615 min.
8
483kcal

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Start your New Year off right with a delicious and hearty New Year's Day Breakfast Casserole that will delight your family and friends! This comforting dish combines the rich flavors of spicy pork sausage, fresh vegetables, and gooey sharp Cheddar cheese, all nestled within tender cubes of ciabatta bread. Perfect for a festive brunch or a cozy morning meal, this casserole is not only satisfying but also easy to prepare, allowing you to spend more time celebrating and less time in the kitchen.

Imagine the aroma wafting through your home as this delightful casserole bakes to golden perfection. With a delightful blend of protein, fat, and carbohydrates, each serving packs a punch of flavor and energy to kickstart your day. The addition of fresh oregano adds a touch of brightness, elevating the dish to a new level of deliciousness.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself to a special breakfast, this casserole is sure to impress. It can be prepared ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy mornings. So gather your loved ones, slice into this scrumptious breakfast casserole, and toast to new beginnings and cherished memories in the year ahead!

Ingredients

  • 10 oz ciabatta bread cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups)
  • cups milk 
  •  eggs 
  • tablespoon oregano fresh chopped
  • lb pork sausage 
  • cup onion chopped
  •  bell pepper red chopped
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • serving oregano fresh chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. On 17x12-inch half-sheet pan, place bread cubes.
  2. Let stand uncovered 8 hours to dry.
  3. In large bowl, mix milk, eggs and 1 tablespoon oregano.
  4. Add bread to egg mixture, stirring to coat. Cover; refrigerate 1 hour.
  5. Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 12-inch skillet, cook sausage, onion and bell pepper 8 minutes, stirring frequently, until sausage is no longer pink.
  6. Drain.
  7. Add sausage mixture and 1 cup of the cheese to bread mixture, stirring well.
  8. Pour into baking dish; sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  9. Bake 40 to 45 minutes or until center is set and cheese is bubbly.
  10. Let stand 10 minutes.
  11. Sprinkle with additional oregano.

Nutrition Facts

Calories483kcal
Protein21.79%
Fat58.42%
Carbs19.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
20.25
Glycemic Load
1.88
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
16.313913034356%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.09mg
Isorhamnetin
1mg
Kaempferol
0.13mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
4.09mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:482.56kcal
24.13%
Fat:31.16g
47.94%
Saturated Fat:13.11g
81.95%
Carbohydrates:23.76g
7.92%
Net Carbohydrates:22.4g
8.14%
Sugar:4.69g
5.22%
Cholesterol:240.17mg
80.06%
Sodium:806.9mg
35.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:26.15g
52.31%
Phosphorus:365.89mg
36.59%
Selenium:22.84µg
32.63%
Calcium:322.82mg
32.28%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.5%
Vitamin C:20.93mg
25.37%
Vitamin B12:1.5µg
25.06%
Vitamin A:1141.9IU
22.84%
Zinc:3.18mg
21.2%
Vitamin B6:0.38mg
19.01%
Vitamin D:2.46µg
16.39%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.63%
Vitamin B3:2.98mg
14.91%
Vitamin B5:1.48mg
14.78%
Potassium:384.7mg
10.99%
Iron:1.83mg
10.15%
Folate:39.62µg
9.91%
Magnesium:34mg
8.5%
Vitamin E:1.19mg
7.93%
Vitamin K:6.69µg
6.38%
Fiber:1.36g
5.44%
Manganese:0.1mg
5.02%
Copper:0.09mg
4.71%