Your Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole
This Easy Sausage and Egg Casserole is a warm, comforting, and versatile dish that fits perfectly into breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. With hearty sausage, fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and optional veggies or bread, it’s customizable and great for feeding a crowd. You can make it ahead, bake it fresh, or turn it into a grab-and-go breakfast—simple, satisfying, and always delicious.
Ingredients
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1 pound breakfast sausage (or Italian/spicy sausage)
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6 large eggs
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1 cup milk
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (or preferred blend)
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2 cups bread cubes (optional)
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ cup diced bell peppers (optional)
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½ cup chopped spinach (optional)
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¼ cup diced onions (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 7×11-inch or 8×11-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray. -
Cook the Sausage
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess grease and set aside. -
Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until smooth. -
Assemble the Casserole
In the greased baking dish, layer:-
cooked sausage
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optional veggies
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shredded cheese
Add bread cubes if using.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers.
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Bake
Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden. -
Cool & Serve
Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!
Notes
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Make ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate. Bake in the morning.
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Lower-carb version: Skip the bread cubes and add extra veggies.
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Cheese options: Try Monterey Jack, pepper jack, mozzarella, or a blend.
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Add flavor: Mix in cooked bacon, ham, or sautéed mushrooms.
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Freezer-friendly: Bake, cool, slice, and freeze for easy reheating.