Easy Make Ahead Breakfast Egg Casserole - Perfect Brunch!
RECIPE BY OLIVIA PARKER
PREP
20 mins
20 mins
COOK
45 mins
45 mins
CALS
350 kcal
350 kcal
YIELD
12 servings
12 servings
The Story
The Best Make Ahead Breakfast Egg Casserole (Easy, Cheesy & Perfect for Brunch!)
The Best Make Ahead Breakfast Egg Casserole (Easy, Cheesy & Perfect for Brunch!)
What You'll Need
🥓1 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled (or bacon/ham)
🫒1 tbsp olive oil
🧅1 small onion, diced
🌶️1 red bell pepper, diced
✓2 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped
✓6 slices day-old bread, cubed (about 4 cups)
🧀2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite blend)
🥚12 large eggs
🥛2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
🧂1 tsp salt
🌶️1/2 tsp black pepper
🧄1/4 tsp garlic powder
🌶️Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional, for a little kick)
How to Make It
🍳 STEP 1
Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until browned; drain fat and set aside...
🍳 STEP 2
Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish. Spread cubed bread evenly in the bottom of the dish. To...
🥣 STEP 3
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well ...
🥣 STEP 4
Cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, o...
🌡️ STEP 5
When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Remove the casserole from the...
⏲️ STEP 6
Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the casserole is golden brown and a knife inserted int...
🔥 STEP 7
Remove from oven and let stand for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This restin...
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