Hot Sausage and Vegetable Breakfast Casserole
Start your day with a flavor-packed Hot Sausage and Vegetable Breakfast Casserole, a hearty and vibrant dish that’s perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week! This easy-to-make recipe combines spicy hot Italian sausage, colorful bell peppers, zucchini, and tender onions, all baked together with fluffy eggs, creamy whole milk, and a melty blend of sharp cheddar and mozzarella cheeses. Seasoned to perfection with garlic, salt, and black pepper, this casserole is baked until golden and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just about an hour, it’s ideal for busy mornings or a weekend brunch. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and serve warm for a satisfying breakfast that’s low-carb, protein-packed, and absolutely mouthwatering.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound hot Italian sausage
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium zucchini (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray or a light coating of oil.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Remove the casing from the hot Italian sausage, crumble it into the skillet, and cook until browned (about 6-8 minutes). Use a spatula to break it into smaller pieces as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.
In the same skillet, add the diced onion, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, zucchini, and minced garlic. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and slightly golden. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the cooked sausage, sautéed vegetables, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese into the egg mixture.
Pour the mixture evenly into the prepared casserole dish and spread it out with a spatula, if needed.
Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the top is golden brown.
Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve warm. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3371 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 241.4 g | 309% | |
| Saturated Fat | 99.9 g | 500% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2458 mg | 819% | |
| Sodium | 9615 mg | 418% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.4 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.0 g | ||
| Protein | 226.3 g | 453% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.7 mcg | 63% | |
| Calcium | 2375 mg | 183% | |
| Iron | 16.3 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 2135 mg | 45% | |
*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.
