Christmas Breakfast Casserole
This festive Christmas Breakfast Casserole combines savory sausage, eggs, cheese, and bread for a warm and hearty holiday morning meal that’s easy to prepare ahead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 4 cups cubed day-old French bread
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- Optional: 1/2 cup bell peppers, diced
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
- Layer the bread cubes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bread.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese and green onions (and bell peppers if using) on top.
- Pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients, pressing down lightly to soak the bread.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best flavor.
- Remove from the refrigerator 20 minutes before baking. Bake covered for 30 minutes, then uncover and bake an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden and eggs are set.
- Let cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra green onions if desired.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute sausage with sautéed mushrooms or spinach. Serve with fresh fruit and warm coffee for a complete holiday breakfast.
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