Vegetarian Sausage Egg Casserole
This Vegetarian Sausage Egg Casserole is a hearty, flavor-packed dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a cozy dinner. Featuring protein-rich vegetarian sausage, vibrant vegetables like bell peppers and spinach, creamy sharp cheddar cheese, and a savory blend of spices, this casserole delivers the ultimate comfort food experience without compromising on nutrition. Cubed bread adds a satisfying texture, while a rich, eggy mixture ties it all together for a dish that's baked to golden perfection. It's easy to prepare, with minimal hands-on time before oven baking, and makes eight generous servings—ideal for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week. Whether you're hosting a weekend gathering or simply craving a warm, satisfying vegetarian casserole, this recipe hits all the right notes. Keywords: vegetarian egg casserole, breakfast casserole, vegetarian sausage recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz vegetarian sausage
- 10 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1.5 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 5 cups bread, cubed
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add the butter. Once melted, add chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until soft.
Add the vegetarian sausage to the skillet and cook, breaking it up with a spatula, until heated through, about 4-5 minutes.
Stir in the spinach and cook until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and oregano until well combined.
Place the cubed bread in the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly. Layer the sausage mixture over the bread cubes.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage and bread layer.
Pour the egg mixture over the cheese, ensuring it soaks through evenly.
Gently press down with a spatula to submerge the bread cubes in the egg mixture.
Cover the casserole with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set.
Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.4 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.5 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2164 mg | 721% | |
| Sodium | 9184 mg | 399% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 375.3 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.6 g | 127% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.4 g | ||
| Protein | 230.5 g | 461% | |
| Vitamin D | 16.4 mcg | 82% | |
| Calcium | 2722 mg | 209% | |
| Iron | 36.8 mg | 204% | |
| Potassium | 3262 mg | 69% | |
*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.
