Festive Christmas Morning Casserole
Savor the holiday spirit with this delightful and easy-to-make Christmas brunch casserole, featuring layers of savory sausage, crisp bell peppers, and gooey cheese, all nestled between slices of hearty bread.
Prep time: 15 minutesCook time: 45 minutesServes: 8
Ingredients
1 lb ground breakfast sausage
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 green bell pepper, diced
1/2 cup onion, chopped
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
8 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
8 slices of white bread
1/4 cup parsley, chopped
1/4 tsp nutmeg
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 350°F.
2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Add the diced bell peppers and onion to the sausage and cook until softened.
4. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and layer the bottom with half of the bread slices.
5. Evenly spread the sausage and pepper mixture over the bread.
6. Sprinkle half of the cheddar cheese over the sausage mixture.
7. Top with the remaining bread slices.
8. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.
9. Pour the egg mixture over the casserole, allowing it to soak into the bread.
10. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
11. Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
12. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Storage
Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
Reheating
Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or until heated through.
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This recipe is for informational purposes only. Always follow proper food safety practices, cook foods to safe internal temperatures, and store leftovers appropriately. Results may vary.
