Christmas Breakfast Egg Casserole (Recipe for Printing)

Hearty Christmas breakfast casserole features savory sausage, eggs, cheddar, and peppers. Perfect for preparing ahead, it’s ideal for festive winter mornings. Save & click.

# What You Need:

→ Dairy

01 - 2 cups whole milk
02 - 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

→ Vegetables

03 - 1 green bell pepper, chopped
04 - 1 red bell pepper, chopped
05 - 1 small yellow onion, chopped

→ Protein

06 - 1 pound breakfast sausage

→ Bakery

07 - 6 cups white bread, cubed

→ Spices & Seasonings

08 - 1 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Eggs

10 - 6 large eggs

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until evenly browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
02 - Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until just softened.
03 - Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
04 - Arrange the cubed white bread evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
05 - Spread the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables over the layer of bread.
06 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly across the top.
07 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and ground black pepper until fully combined.
08 - Pour the egg mixture evenly over the contents of the baking dish, ensuring all bread is moistened.
09 - Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to allow flavors to meld.
10 - Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Remove casserole from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes. Bake uncovered for 45 minutes or until golden and set in the center.
11 - Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving warm.

# Extra Tips:

01 - You can personalize the casserole by substituting cheddar with mozzarella or a cheese blend for a creamier texture.
02 - Using turkey or chicken sausage offers a lighter alternative to traditional pork.
03 - Add spinach or mushrooms to increase the vegetable content and enhance flavor.
04 - For a spicy version, mix in diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of cayenne pepper.
05 - Families with different preferences may prepare half the casserole with extra vegetables and keep the other half classic.

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