Sausage Cornbread Bake
Elevate your comfort food game with this irresistible Sausage Cornbread Bake! Brimming with bold flavors, this one-pan wonder combines savory ground breakfast sausage, sautéed onions, and green bell peppers, all folded into a rich, golden cornbread batter. Sharp cheddar cheese adds the perfect touch of gooey indulgence, while hints of garlic, salt, and black pepper bring a burst of warmth to every bite. Prepared in just 15 minutes and baked to perfection in 35, this family-friendly casserole is your go-to for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or cozy gatherings. Enjoy it fresh from the oven, golden brown and cheesy, served as a hearty standalone dish or paired with a crisp side salad. Perfect for lovers of savory bakes and comforting casseroles!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 8 ounces cornbread mix
- 2/3 cup milk
- 1 egg
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground breakfast sausage until it begins to brown, breaking it up with a spatula as it cooks.
Add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and minced garlic to the skillet with the sausage. Cook until the onions are translucent and the peppers are softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, prepare the cornbread batter by combining the cornbread mix, milk, and egg. Stir until just combined, taking care not to overmix.
Fold the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture into the cornbread batter, along with ¾ cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until evenly distributed.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Pour the cornbread mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out into an even layer with a spatula.
Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the top for a golden, cheesy crust.
Bake the sausage cornbread in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bake to cool for 5 minutes before slicing into squares and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 208.6 g | 267% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.3 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 681 mg | 227% | |
| Sodium | 7960 mg | 346% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 213.9 g | 78% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 60.1 g | ||
| Protein | 113.8 g | 228% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1698 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2100 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.
