Breakfast Casserole With Sausage
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This easy breakfast casserole recipe is made with sausage, eggs, and cheese- plus a secret ingredient! Ready for the oven in minutes, which makes it the perfect no-fuss savory breakfast recipe!
Looking for something a little sweeter? Try our famous Buttermilk Pancakes or Cinnamon French Toast!
I love it so much that I served it at the waffle bar baby shower I hosted for my darling sister in law. It was the star of the show. Somehow it shined through all of the sweet confections spread across the table and was gone in under 10 minutes.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Breakfast Casserole
- Quick and Easy Breakfast- Mix and bake. Did I mention you can prep it ahead of time??
- Easy to Customize- We used sausage but you could easily use bacon or a mix of meats.
- Freezer Friendly Breakfast Recipe
This has every element of a good breakfast. The sausage, hash browns, eggs, Bisquick… It’s just a baking dish full of deliciousness and perfect for a crowd.
The beauty is that you can quickly cut it in half- making it perfect for a smaller family- OR double it for a large crowd. And did I mention it is also freezer friendly? That makes it ideal for busy weekdays.
Sausage Breakfast Casserole Ingredients
All of the ingredients listed below are easy to adjust. You can even find pre chopped peppers and onions in the freezer section of most grocers- talk about convenient! You can also make this recipe ahead of time which plants it firmly as our go-to christmas breakfast casserole!
- Breakfast Sausage– I always reach for spicy breakfast sausage, but this would be equally delicious with a mild version. I do recommend not using maple sausage.
- Peppers and onion– Red and green pepper add a small punch of flavor to this already delicious breakfast casserole.
- Shredded Hash Browns– Found in the freezer section, these make all the difference in the texture of the dish.
- Cheese– We love a good cheddar, but you could easily substitute pepper jack or swiss!
- Bisquick– The secret ingredient. Bisquick pulls everything together and gives it a sturdy shape. Don’t have any on hand? Try making your own with this easy pancake mix recipe.
- Milk– We use 2% milk for almost every recipe. This specific dish would be fine with whole or skim.
- Eggs– Large eggs.
- Salt and Pepper– Season to taste. Want more bang? Add a pinch of garlic powder!
How to Make The Best Breakfast Casserole
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Grease a 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Cook the sausage, peppers, and onions in a large sized skillet until the sausage is browned and the peppers have slightly softened, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Stir the hash browns and cheese into the meat mix.
- Transfer to the prepared dish.
- Whisk the Bisquick, milk, eggs, salt and pepper together in a large measuring cup until smooth. Pour evenly over the sausage mix.
- Bake for 45 minutes or until a knife comes out clean.
- Serve warm.
Want something that is just as filling but a little more customizable? Try these Easy Breakfast Tacos!
Variations of Breakfast Casserole with Sausage
This casserole is super forgiving, which means you can tweak it based on what you have or what your people actually eat. Don’t overthink it, just swap and go.
- Switch the meat: Not a sausage fan? Try cooked bacon, diced ham, or even ground turkey sausage. Just make sure it’s fully cooked before adding in.
- Change the veggies: Peppers and onions are classic, but mushrooms, spinach, or even zucchini work great. If you use watery veggies, cook them down first so your casserole doesn’t get soggy.
- Mix up the cheese: Cheddar is a safe bet, but Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a Colby blend all melt beautifully and add a little something extra.
- Make it a little spicy: Add diced green chiles, a pinch of red pepper flakes, or use hot breakfast sausage for a subtle kick.
- Go meatless: Skip the sausage and load it up with veggies and cheese. It still bakes up hearty and filling.
- Prep it ahead: Assemble everything the night before, cover, and refrigerate. In the morning, just pour over the egg mixture and bake. Perfect for holidays or busy mornings.
It’s hard to mess this one up, which is exactly why it’s a go-to when you’ve got people coming over.
Breakfast Sausage Casserole FAQs
Yep! In fact, we do this frequently. Assemble the casserole up to 24 hours in advance. Cover tightly and keep refrigerated until ready to bake.
We have assembled this casserole up to one day in advance with success. Keep it covered tightly with plastic wrap in the refrigerator. Bring to room temperature before baking according to the recipe card.
The easiest way to know if this breakfast casserole recipe is done cooking is by inserting a knife into the center of the dish. If it comes out clean, the recipe is ready to serve.
How to Store This Easy Breakfast Casserole
This one holds up really well, which makes it perfect for leftovers or prepping ahead.
Refrigerator: Let the casserole cool completely then cover tightly or store in an airtight container. This will keep for up to 4 days.
Reheating: Microwave: 30–60 seconds per slice or cover with foil and warm in the oven at 325°F until heated through
Freezer: Wrap individual slices or the full casserole tightly in plastic wrap. Freeze for up to two months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Pro tip: Slice before storing so you’ve got easy, ready-to-heat portions for busy mornings.
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Breakfast Sausage Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 (12 oz) breakfast sausage
- 1/2 cup chopped peppers (red and green)
- 1/4 cup chopped onions
- 2 cups shredded hash browns
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- 1/2 cup Bisquick
- 1 cup milk
- 3 large eggs
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Grease a 9 inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
- Cook the sausage, peppers, and onions in a large sized skillet until the sausage is browned and the peppers have slightly softened, about five to seven minutes.
- Stir the hash browns and cheese into the meat mix. Transfer to the prepared dish.
- Whisk the Bisquick, milk, eggs, salt and pepper together in a large measuring cup until smooth. Pour evenly over the sausage mix.
- Bake for 45 minutes to one hour or until a knife comes out clean.
Notes
- You can prep this all the way through step 4 the night before. Keep covered and stored in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
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Nutrition
The nutrition facts provided are calculated using a third-party tool and are estimates only. Actual nutritional content may vary based on the ingredients and brands you use, as well as portion sizes. For accurate results, please consult a registered dietitian or nutritionist.
what a great idea about being able to freeze this – perfect to make on a weekend and then store for busy week days. I love it! definitely going to have to try, thank you!