Celebrate family traditions with this beloved Breakfast Sausage Casserole, a favorite for festive mornings. Packed with savory sausage, creamy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, this hearty casserole is a hit every year at our Christmas breakfast table—and it’s easy to see why!
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Chill Time: 8 hours
Total Time: 9 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
- Ground Pork Sausage: 1 pound
- Mustard Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Large Eggs: 4, beaten
- Milk: 2 cups
- White Bread: 6 slices, toasted and cut into cubes
- Mild Cheddar Cheese: 8 ounces, shredded
Directions:
- Cook the Sausage:
- In a medium skillet, crumble the sausage and cook over medium heat until evenly browned. Drain any excess fat.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mustard powder, salt, beaten eggs, and milk. Add the cooked sausage, bread cubes, and shredded cheese. Stir until everything is evenly coated.
- Assemble the Casserole:
- Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours, or overnight, to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Bake the Casserole:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake the casserole covered for 45 to 60 minutes. Uncover, reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and continue baking for another 30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden brown.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve the casserole hot, perfect for a hearty start to any special day.
Cook’s Note:
- For a different twist, try using croutons instead of toasted bread, or sage sausage for an added flavor depth.
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 414
- Total Fat: 29g (Saturated Fat: 12g)
- Cholesterol: 175mg
- Sodium: 932mg
- Carbohydrates: 14g (Dietary Fiber: 1g, Sugars: 5g)
- Protein: 24g
- Calcium: 314mg
- Iron: 2mg
- Potassium: 359mg