Yet Another Brunch Casserole
Start your morning right with "Yet Another Brunch Casserole," a hearty, flavor-packed breakfast bake perfect for feeding a crowd. This easy-to-make recipe combines savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and sharp cheddar cheese with vibrant sautéed vegetables like red and green bell peppers, baby spinach, and onions. Cubed day-old bread soaks up a seasoned egg-milk mixture, creating the perfect custardy base, while a golden cheesy top adds a satisfying crunch. With just 20 minutes of prep time and the ability to assemble ahead, this brunch casserole is an ideal choice for busy mornings, family gatherings, or holiday celebrations. Serve warm and pair with fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a complete and memorable brunch experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 8 pieces large eggs
- 1.5 cups whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large green bell pepper
- 1 medium yellow onion
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 4 cups bread (preferably day-old, cubed)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spatula until browned and fully cooked. Remove the sausage and drain on a plate lined with paper towels.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter. Add the chopped onion and bell peppers. Sauté for 4-5 minutes, until softened. Stir in the baby spinach and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
Add the bread cubes to the prepared baking dish, spreading them out evenly. Layer the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables over the bread.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, sausage, and vegetables, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the casserole is set, and the top is golden brown.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4754 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 290.5 g | 372% | |
| Saturated Fat | 125.8 g | 629% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2084 mg | 695% | |
| Sodium | 8594 mg | 374% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 312.4 g | 114% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.9 g | ||
| Protein | 218.3 g | 437% | |
| Vitamin D | 12.0 mcg | 60% | |
| Calcium | 2965 mg | 228% | |
| Iron | 33.7 mg | 187% | |
| Potassium | 3313 mg | 70% | |
*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.
