This Savory Breakfast Casserole Makes Morning Entertaining A Breeze
Sausage, Peppers and Onion come together in a Delicious Breakfast Casserole
The sweetness of the red and yellow pepper complements the savory sausage in this delicious breakfast casserole. Mix it up the night before, and pop it in the oven just before your guests arrive.
Breakfast Casserole is Perfect for Many Occasions
Holiday mornings Made Easy
During the holidays, mornings can be quite hectic with family visits, last-minute preparations, and the anticipation of a big meal later in the day. However, with this breakfast casserole, you can take a few minutes the night before to prepare it. When everyone wakes up, they’ll be greeted with a hearty breakfast that will keep them fueled for the busy day ahead.
Weekend House Guests
When you have guests staying over for the weekend, this breakfast casserole will come to the rescue. Its make-ahead convenience allows you to spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your loved ones. Plus, the savory aromas wafting through the house when it’s baking will surely make your guests’ mornings delightful.
The Brunch Party
And let’s not forget about brunch parties, where the breakfast casserole becomes the star of the show. Its colorful presentation and delectable taste make it an instant crowd-pleaser. It’s the perfect dish for a casual brunch, especially when paired with a fresh fruit bowl. To complement the meal, I recommend serving it with either a Frozen Screwdriver or Mango Mint Green Tea.
Putting it together
The beauty of this dish is its convenient preparation the evening before your big day. As the sausage sizzles on the stove, chop the onions and peppers. Next, create layers in the baking dish: bread, sausage, peppers, and onion. Top it off with tangy cheese. (I like to use extra sharp cheddar)
In a separate bowl, combine eggs, milk, spices, hot sauce, flour and butter. Mix it really well and pour it over the top of the layered ingredients.
Finally, cover the dish and let it rest in the refrigerator overnight, allowing all the ingredients to meld together beautifully. It’s astonishing how something so delicious can be so effortlessly prepared!
The next day, all you have to do is pop it into a hot oven. Fifty minutes later, Breakfast is served!
Breakfast Casserole any time of day
The title of this recipe is Breakfast Casserole, but that doesn’t mean that it should only be served during the morning hours. when paired with a salad of mixed greens, it makes a delicious and easy dinner as well.
Back when our kids were young and active in sports, I would mix up the casserole in the morning. When we arrived home from afternoon activities, all I had to do was pop it in the oven. While it was cooking in the oven, I was free to do other things.
Breakfast Casserole with Sausage, Peppers, and Onion
Ingredients
- 1 pound bulk sausage
- 4 cups French bread (preferably day-old), cubed
- ½ cup yellow bell pepper, sliced
- ½ cup red bell pepper, sliced
- ½ cup sweet onion, sliced
- 1 cup extra sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 4 eggs, beaten
- 3 cups milk
- 1 tsp dry mustard
- 5 dashes hot sauce
- 3 Tbsp flour
- 2 Tbsp butter, melted
- ¼ tsp pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Crumble sausage into skillet and cook over medium-high heat until cooked through. Drain, and set aside
- In a medium bowl combine eggs, milk, mustard, flour, hot sauce, butter, salt, and pepper
- Lightly grease a 9×13 pan. Layer cubed bread, sausage, red and yellow peppers, onion, and cheese
- Pour egg mixture over the top
- Cover and refrigerate overnight, or at least 6 hours
- Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 50-60 minutes. Until bubbly and brown on top
Notes
- Jimmy Dean Sage sausage is my favorite choice for this recipe. However, it will be great with any sausage you choose
- Freshly grated cheese is best for this recipe, but pre-grated cheese will work in a pinch
- For breakfast or brunch: Serve with fresh fruit
- This dish is a perfect “Breakfast for Dinner” option. Serve with a nice salad of mixed greens
- This is a perfect dish for the holidays and for weekend house guests because all the prep work is done beforehand
In summary, this sausage, peppers, and onion breakfast casserole is a true delight that brings together the perfect balance of flavors. Its versatility makes it suitable for various occasions, whether it’s a busy holiday morning, hosting weekend house guests, or throwing a brunch party. The convenience of preparing it the night before allows you to enjoy more time with your loved ones and less time in the kitchen. Give it a try, and enjoy the mouthwatering flavors and the precious moments it creates with your family and friends.
What are your favorite breakfast recipes? I would love to hear about them!
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Wow what a great breakfast idea 💡- I love making omelets and frittatas – I will be adding this to our breakfast rotation. Thanks for sharing the recipe 👍🏼😋🍻
Thank you! Let me know how it turns out 🙂