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Easy Cheesy Sausage Overnight Egg Casserole

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A comforting and effortless breakfast casserole combining browned sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese soaked overnight for a creamy custard texture with a golden crust.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground pork breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
  • 10 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk or half-and-half (360 ml)
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 200 grams)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 4 cups cubed French bread or brioche (about half a loaf), day-old or slightly stale
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped yellow onion (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat and brown the sausage, breaking it up with a spatula, about 6-8 minutes. Remove sausage with a slotted spoon, leaving fat in the skillet.
  3. Add chopped onions to the skillet and cook in the sausage fat until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Cube the bread into roughly 1-inch pieces. Toast lightly if fresh to prevent sogginess.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, melted butter, garlic powder, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until combined and slightly frothy.
  6. Add the cooked sausage, sautéed onions, cubed bread, and 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to coat evenly without breaking the bread too much.
  7. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread evenly and sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup cheese on top.
  8. Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight for at least 6 hours and up to 24 hours.
  9. Remove the cover and bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  10. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

Brown the sausage first for best flavor. Use room temperature eggs and milk for smoother blending. Overnight refrigeration is key for creamy custard texture. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Broil 2-3 minutes after baking for extra crisp top. Can substitute gluten-free or low-carb bread. Variations include vegetarian, spicy, low-carb, and Mexican-inspired versions.

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