Christmas Breakfast Casserole
Start your holiday morning off right with this hearty and festive Christmas Breakfast Casserole! Packed with savory Italian sausage, golden cubes of day-old bread, fluffy eggs, and melty sharp cheddar cheese, this dish is a satisfying crowd-pleaser that’s perfect for feeding a house full of guests. Bright pops of diced bell pepper and onion add a touch of freshness and color, while aromatic seasonings like garlic powder and oregano infuse every bite with irresistible flavor. The casserole can be prepped the night before, making it an easy, make-ahead breakfast option for stress-free holiday mornings. Warm, comforting, and delightfully cheesy, this baked breakfast classic is sure to become a family favorite for Christmas and beyond!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Italian sausage (mild or spicy)
- 8 pieces Large eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 cups Bread (day-old or slightly stale), cubed
- 1 large Bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon Butter, for greasing the dish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until it's fully browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced bell pepper and onion for 3-4 minutes, until they’re softened and slightly caramelized. Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and stir in the milk. Add the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and oregano, mixing well to combine.
Layer the cubed bread evenly in the prepared baking dish. Top the bread with the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, and shredded cheddar cheese.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the entire dish, making sure all the bread cubes are soaked. Gently press down with a spatula to ensure full coverage.
Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is fully set.
Remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy your Christmas Breakfast Casserole with loved ones!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4321 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.1 g | 317% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.0 g | 545% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2070 mg | 690% | |
| Sodium | 10063 mg | 438% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 311.0 g | 113% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.5 g | 84% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.2 g | ||
| Protein | 236.3 g | 473% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.7 mcg | 74% | |
| Calcium | 2929 mg | 225% | |
| Iron | 29.7 mg | 165% | |
| Potassium | 3792 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
