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Sausage and Egg Casserole

A hearty sausage and egg casserole baked until fluffy and golden. Perfect for make-ahead breakfasts, brunch gatherings, or easy family meals.
Course: Breakfast / BrunchCuisine: AmericanPrep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 40 minutesTotal Time: 50 minutesServings: 6Calories: ~420 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
  • Cooking spray or butter for greasing

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 cooked sausage evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the sausage.
  5. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika until smooth.
  6. Pour 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.