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Breakfast Sausage and Cheese Casserole

Hearty Breakfast Sausage and Cheese Casserole for All Mornings

This Breakfast Sausage and Cheese Casserole combines rich sausage, melty cheese, and fluffy crescent roll dough for a comforting breakfast.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage or turkey sausage for lighter option
  • 1 can Crescent Roll Dough can substitute with biscuit dough
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese or Monterey Jack, mozzarella
  • 6 Eggs room-temperature
  • 1 cup Milk or almond milk for dairy-free option
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt taste and adjust as needed
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Minced Garlic can use fresh garlic
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Minced Onion can skip or use fresh

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • non-stick skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish.
  2. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Roll out the crescent dough into the greased casserole dish, sealing seams to form a base.
  4. Layer the cooked sausage evenly over the dough, then sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
  5. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, black pepper, sea salt, dried minced garlic, and dried minced onion until smooth.
  6. Pour the whisked egg mixture over the sausage and cheese layers evenly.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and center is set.
  8. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 220mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Enjoy the delightful textures and flavors of this casserole any morning, perfect for brunch or holiday gatherings.

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