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Breakfast Sausage Casserole

A hearty and comforting breakfast sausage casserole made with fluffy baked eggs and savory sausage. Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts, brunch, or feeding a crowd.
Course: Breakfast / BrunchCuisine: AmericanPrep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 50 minutesServings: 6Calories: ~410 kcal per serving

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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Casserole
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage pork, turkey, or chicken
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk or half-and-half
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp paprika optional
  • Butter or cooking spray for greasing the dish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
  3. Spread the cooked sausage evenly in the baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the sausage.
  5. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese.
  7. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
  8. Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.