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Cheesy sausage breakfast casserole with eggs and melted cheese in a baking dish

Cheesy Sausage Breakfast Casserole

A cheesy, savory sausage breakfast casserole you can make ahead. Perfect for holidays, brunch, and lazy weekends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 6 cups cubed bread
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped chives

Method
 

  1. Cook the sausage and onion in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain.
  2. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and spread the cubed bread evenly in it.
  3. Top with the cooked sausage and shredded cheddar.
  4. Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper, then pour evenly over the top.
  5. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40-45 minutes, until set and golden. Top with chives and serve.