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Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole Recipe - Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast

A hearty, protein-packed breakfast casserole featuring savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese. Perfect for family mornings, brunch gatherings, or easy meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 285
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage Italian or spicy
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese or preferred cheese blend
  • 2 cups bread cubes optional
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ tsp smoked paprika
  • Optional: ½ cup diced bell peppers ½ cup chopped spinach, ¼ cup diced onions

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 7×11-inch or 8×11-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium heat for 6–8 minutes, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess grease.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth.
  4. Layer cooked sausage in the baking dish. Add vegetables if using, then sprinkle cheese and bread cubes.
  5. Pour egg mixture evenly over all ingredients, ensuring full coverage.
  6. Bake for 30–40 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  7. Cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Drain sausage thoroughly to prevent a greasy casserole. Avoid overbaking—check at 30 minutes. Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days or freeze for 3 months.