Description
This delightful Savory Sausage and Sage Breakfast Casserole combines fluffy eggs, fresh sage, and savory sausage for a perfect start to your day. Ideal for cozy family breakfasts or festive gatherings!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (turkey or chicken)
- 1/4 cup fresh sage leaves, chopped
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk (or almond/oat milk)
- 4 cups day-old bread cubes
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- Once the sausage is cooked, add chopped fresh sage and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Layer the bread cubes at the bottom of your prepared baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over them, then evenly distribute the cooked sausage and sage mixture on top. Sprinkle grated cheddar cheese generously over everything.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes or until golden brown on top and set in the middle.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving warm, garnished with additional herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg
Keywords: - Feel free to customize by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition. - You can prepare this casserole ahead of time; simply cover it tightly and refrigerate overnight before baking. - Use day-old bread for better absorption of flavors.