Sausage and Egg Casserole with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Gluten Free
Health score
8%
Sausage and Egg Casserole with Sun-Dried Tomatoes and Mozzarella
45 min.
8
516kcal

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Start your morning off right with this delicious Sausage and Egg Casserole featuring the rich flavors of sun-dried tomatoes and mozzarella cheese. Perfect for brunch gatherings or a hearty breakfast, this gluten-free dish caters to both family and friends, providing a satisfying meal that everyone will love. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and enough to serve 8 people, it’s a convenient choice for busy weekends.

The base of this casserole begins with the savory Italian sweet sausage, which infuses the dish with its robust flavors. Complemented by sautéed shallots, garlic, and the distinctive tang of sun-dried tomatoes, each bite promises a delightful explosion of taste. The creamy texture from the combination of half and half and whipping cream, along with the richness of eggs, creates a luscious custard that holds everything together.

Crowned with a generous sprinkle of gooey mozzarella cheese and fresh parsley, this casserole is baked to perfection, resulting in a golden-brown top that makes it a standout at any breakfast table. Whether you're hosting a brunch or looking for a comforting dish to fuel your day, this Sausage and Egg Casserole is sure to impress. Don’t just make breakfast; create a memorable morning experience that everyone will rave about!

Ingredients

  • large egg yolk 
  • large eggs 
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • cup half and half 
  • pound ground sausage sweet italian
  • cups mozzarella cheese grated
  • 0.5 cup sun-dried olives drained chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup shallots chopped
  • cup whipping cream 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Butter 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish. Sauté sausage in medium nonstick skillet over medium heat until brown and cooked through, breaking up with back of fork into small pieces, about 10 minutes.
  2. Add shallots and garlic and sauté 3 minutes.
  3. Add sun-dried tomatoes and 2 tablespoons parsley; stir 1 minute.
  4. Spread sausage mixture in prepared dish. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)
  5. Whisk eggs, egg yolks, half and half, whipping cream, 1 1/2 cups cheese, and salt in large bowl to blend well.
  6. Pour egg mixture over sausage mixture in dish.
  7. Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup cheese and 2 tablespoons parsley over.
  8. Bake until top of casserole is golden brown and knife inserted into center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.
  9. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories516kcal
Protein17.31%
Fat74.77%
Carbs7.92%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.13
Glycemic Load
1.86
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
18.456086967302%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
4.31mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.31mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:516.39kcal
25.82%
Fat:43.14g
66.37%
Saturated Fat:20.66g
129.15%
Carbohydrates:10.28g
3.43%
Net Carbohydrates:8.88g
3.23%
Sugar:6.33g
7.03%
Cholesterol:294.52mg
98.17%
Sodium:819.67mg
35.64%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:22.48g
44.95%
Selenium:34.51µg
49.3%
Vitamin K:38.01µg
36.2%
Phosphorus:348.02mg
34.8%
Vitamin B2:0.5mg
29.7%
Vitamin B1:0.42mg
27.84%
Vitamin B12:1.66µg
27.7%
Calcium:246.57mg
24.66%
Vitamin A:1223.59IU
24.47%
Zinc:2.8mg
18.65%
Vitamin B6:0.37mg
18.32%
Potassium:582.31mg
16.64%
Iron:2.5mg
13.88%
Vitamin B5:1.36mg
13.6%
Vitamin B3:2.63mg
13.16%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.02%
Folate:45.35µg
11.34%
Vitamin D:1.56µg
10.38%
Vitamin C:8.36mg
10.13%
Magnesium:40.35mg
10.09%
Copper:0.2mg
9.89%
Vitamin E:0.92mg
6.12%
Fiber:1.4g
5.6%
Source:Epicurious