Description
This hearty Breakfast Casserole combines savory pork sausage, fluffy eggs, colorful bell peppers, and melted cheddar cheese for a comforting and satisfying morning meal. Perfect for busy weekends or special occasions, this casserole is easy to prepare, can be made ahead, and reheats beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 2 pounds pork sausage
Egg Mixture
- 12 eggs
- 1 cup sour cream (light or regular) (240 g)
- 1/4 cup milk (60 ml)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (200 g)
Vegetables
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spray a 9×13 inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Mix Egg Base: In a large bowl, combine the eggs, sour cream, milk, shredded cheddar cheese, kosher salt, and ground black pepper. Using an electric mixer on low speed, blend just until the ingredients are incorporated to keep the mixture fluffy.
- Cook the Sausage: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the pork sausage and cook until it is browned and crumbly, using a wooden spoon to break it into small pieces. Drain the excess grease from the skillet.
- Sauté Vegetables: In the same skillet, add the diced green and red bell peppers along with chopped green onions. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until slightly softened. Then add the cooked vegetables to the bowl with the egg mixture and sausage. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Bake the Casserole: Pour the combined mixture into the prepared 9×13 inch baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 50 minutes, or until the edges are set and the center is just barely jiggly to ensure it’s cooked through but still moist.
- Serve and Store: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving. Refrigerate leftovers and consume within 3 to 4 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for a quick meal.
Notes
- This easy breakfast casserole is filled with protein and flavor, making it a perfect make-ahead dish for busy mornings or holiday brunches.
- You can customize by adding different vegetables or cheese varieties according to your taste.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator and reheat quickly, ideal for meal prepping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 385 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 669 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0.5 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 239 mg
