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Savory Easy Breakfast Casserole with Sausage, Eggs, and Cheese Recipe

Irresistible Savory Easy Breakfast Casserole with Sausage, Eggs, and Cheese

A Savory Easy Breakfast Casserole with Sausage, Eggs, and Cheese that’s warm, cheesy, and heartily satisfying, perfect for busy mornings or family gatherings.
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Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Breakfast casserole, cheese, Easy Breakfast, eggs, sausage, savory
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Cooling Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 320kcal

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking pan
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Casserole

  • 1 lb Pork Sausage Feel free to substitute with turkey or chicken sausage
  • 8 large Eggs Use large, fresh eggs for fluffiest results
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can be replaced with light sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Milk Whole or low-fat milk works great
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Adjust to your preference
  • 1/2 tsp Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground gives the best flavor
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Consider swapping with other herbs if desired
  • 1 cup Green Bell Pepper Any colored bell pepper can be swapped
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Any colored bell pepper can be swapped
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Opt for sharp cheddar for pronounced flavor

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 cup Spinach Fresh or sautéed
  • 1 cup Mushrooms Sautéed for added earthiness
  • Different Cheese Varieties Experiment with mozzarella, pepper jack, or feta

Instructions

How to Make Savory Easy Breakfast Casserole

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, kosher salt, and ground black pepper.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess grease and stir into the egg mixture.
  • Sauté the diced green and red bell peppers along with the green onions for 2-3 minutes until soft. Add to the egg mixture.
  • Pour the combined mixture into the greased baking pan. Bake for 35-50 minutes until the edges are set.
  • Allow to cool for a few minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, top with fresh herbs or a dollop of salsa. Make-ahead option available.

Nutrition

Serving: 1slice | Calories: 320kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 300mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 10mg