Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 7x11-inch or 8x11-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Place the sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles with a spatula as it cooks. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease and set the meat aside.1 pound breakfast sausage
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until the mixture is smooth and well combined.6 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 0.5 teaspoon salt, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Spread the cooked sausage, optional bread cubes, diced vegetables, and shredded cheese evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.1 pound breakfast sausage, 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 2 cups bread cubes, 0.5 cup diced bell peppers, 0.5 cup chopped spinach, 0.25 cup diced onions
- Pour the egg mixture slowly over the layered ingredients, ensuring it reaches all the corners. Place the dish in the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes. The casserole is done when the center is set and the top has turned a beautiful golden brown.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for about 5 minutes. This allows the eggs to firm up slightly, making it easier to slice. Serve warm.
Notes
Always drain the sausage grease thoroughly after browning to ensure the dish isn't too heavy. If using bread cubes, try using stale or lightly toasted bread so they absorb the egg mixture without becoming overly soggy.