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Savory Breakfast Sausage and Cheese Casserole Recipe

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  • Author: Lily Carter
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 40 mins
  • Total Time: 55 mins
  • Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This savory breakfast casserole combines the richness of sausage and cheese with fluffy eggs, all baked together in a delicious crescent roll crust.


Ingredients

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Main Ingredients:

  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 refrigerated crescent roll dough sheet

Seasonings:

  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Cook Sausage: In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat.
  3. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion.
  4. Assemble Casserole: Line a baking dish with the crescent roll dough. Layer cooked sausage on top, followed by shredded cheese. Pour the egg mixture over the top.
  5. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  6. Serve: Let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can customize this casserole by adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
  • Feel free to use different types of cheese for varied flavors.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 650 mg
  • Fat: 24 g
  • Saturated Fat: 10 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 190 mg