Cheesy Sausage Breakfast Casserole Recipe
A hearty and delicious Cheesy Sausage Breakfast Casserole that’s perfect for a satisfying morning meal or brunch. Layers of buttery crescent rolls, savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese come together in this easy-to-make casserole that the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 can crescent rolls
Sausage
- 1 pound mild breakfast sausage
Egg Mixture
- 6 eggs, beaten
Topping
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your casserole.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the mild breakfast sausage thoroughly, breaking it up as it cooks. Once browned, drain off any excess grease to keep the casserole from becoming too oily.
- Layer Crescent Rolls: Unroll the can of crescent rolls and spread them evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, forming a flaky, buttery crust layer.
- Add Sausage Layer: Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the crescent roll crust to form the second layer of the casserole.
- Pour Eggs: Pour the beaten eggs over the sausage layer, allowing them to seep in and bind the layers together as they bake.
- Add Cheese: Generously sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the eggs for a rich, melty finish.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from the oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm. Enjoy your delicious cheesy sausage breakfast casserole!
Notes
- For a spicier version, substitute mild sausage with spicy breakfast sausage.
- You can add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you prefer, use a mix of cheeses such as Monterey Jack or mozzarella along with cheddar.
- Make sure to drain excess grease from sausage to avoid a greasy casserole.
- This casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight before baking.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg
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