Copycat Jimmy Dean Breakfast Casserole
Recreate the comforting flavors of a classic breakfast with this irresistible Copycat Jimmy Dean Breakfast Casserole. Packed with savory crumbled Jimmy Dean pork sausage, fluffy cubes of white sandwich bread, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, this easy-to-make dish is perfect for feeding a crowd. The eggs and milk mixture ties everything together into a rich, satisfying bake, while a dash of salt and pepper adds the perfect seasoning. Ready in under an hour, this casserole is a versatile option for holiday brunches, meal prep, or a hearty weekend breakfast. Its golden, cheesy top and make-ahead potential guarantee it’ll be a family favorite that brings everyone back to the table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Jimmy Dean pork sausage
- 6 slices White sandwich bread
- 8 Large eggs
- 2 cups Milk
- 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter (optional, for greasing dish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with unsalted butter or cooking spray.
In a large skillet, cook the Jimmy Dean pork sausage over medium-high heat until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles with a spatula. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
Cut the white sandwich bread into 1-inch cubes. Spread the cubes evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Evenly distribute the cooked sausage over the bread cubes. Then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and ground black pepper until fully combined.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, sausage, and cheese in the baking dish, ensuring everything is well covered.
Gently press down on the casserole with the back of a spatula to help the bread absorb the egg mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set in the center and the top is lightly golden.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3775 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.2 g | 353% | |
| Saturated Fat | 124.6 g | 623% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2089 mg | 696% | |
| Sodium | 8796 mg | 382% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 137.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 35.8 g | ||
| Protein | 182.6 g | 365% | |
| Vitamin D | 13.6 mcg | 68% | |
| Calcium | 2707 mg | 208% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2574 mg | 55% | |
*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.
