Easy Christmas Breakfast Sausage Casserole
This Easy Christmas Breakfast Sausage Casserole. Is the ultimate festive morning treat. With savory ground pork sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted Cheddar cheese. It's a comforting. And delicious dish. That's perfect for feeding a crowd. The best part? You can prepare it the night before. So all you have to do. Is pop it in the oven on Christmas morning. My family absolutely loves waking up. To the aroma of this hearty casserole. Baking in the oven. It's become a cherished part of our holiday traditions. And I hope it brings as much joy to your family. As it does to mine.
8 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork sausage
- 1 tsp mustard powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 large eggs beaten
- 2 c milk
- 6 slices white bread toasted and cut into cubes
- 8 oz mild Cheddar cheese shredded
Instructions
- Brown the Sausage: Start by crumbling the sausage into a skillet. And cooking it over medium heat. Until it's perfectly browned. And fragrant. Make sure to drain any excess fat. To keep it nice and lean.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a medium bowl. Whisk together the mustard powder, salt, beaten eggs, and milk. This will be your rich, custardy base.
- Combine Everything: Add the browned sausage, toasted bread cubes, and shredded Cheddar cheese. To the egg mixture. Give it a good stir. To make sure. Everything is well coated. And evenly mixed.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the delicious mixture. Into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover it up. Let it chill in the refrigerator. For at least 8 hours. Or overnight. This step is key. To let all the flavors meld together.
- Bake It Up: When you're ready to bake. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Pop the covered dish into the oven. And let it bake for 45 to 60 minutes. Until it's starting to set.
- Finish Baking: Uncover the casserole. Lower the oven temperature to 325°F (165°C). And bake for another 30 minutes. This will ensure it's fully cooked. And beautifully golden on top.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once it's out of the oven. Serve it up hot. Each bite will be a delightful mix of savory sausage, gooey cheese. And fluffy egg-soaked bread. Enjoy your festive feast!
Notes
To make this Easy Christmas Breakfast Sausage Casserole gluten-free. You can easily swap out a few ingredients. Use your favorite gluten-free bread. In place of the white bread. Many grocery stores. Offer delicious gluten-free options. That will work perfectly in this recipe. Make sure the mustard powder. And all other seasonings. Are certified gluten-free as well. If you're adding any additional ingredients like veggies. Ensure they're not processed in a facility. That handles gluten. To avoid cross-contamination. With these simple adjustments. You can enjoy all the delicious flavors of this comforting casserole. Without any gluten worries.