Christmas Breakfast Casserole
A festive and hearty Christmas Breakfast Casserole featuring savory sausage, eggs, cheese, and fluffy bread, perfect for a cozy holiday morning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 6 cups cubed day-old bread (French or Italian)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme until well combined.
- Layer half of the bread cubes in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the cooked sausage, bell peppers, green onions, and cheese evenly over the bread.
- Add the remaining bread cubes on top, then layer with the remaining sausage, vegetables, and cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the casserole dish, pressing down gently to soak the bread.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a dash of hot sauce or serve with fresh fruit and a side of crispy bacon.
Find it online: https://allfoodsrecipe.com/christmas-breakfast-casserole/