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Hearty breakfast casserole dish with eggs, cheese, and vegetables.

Hearty Breakfast Casserole

This Hearty Breakfast Casserole layers a buttery crescent-roll base with browned mild breakfast sausage, a custardy egg layer, and melty cheddar on top, making it perfect for family brunches and gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

Base and Filling
  • 1 can crescent rolls Standard tube
  • 1 pound mild breakfast sausage Can be substituted with turkey or plant-based sausage
  • 6 large eggs Beaten
Topping
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Use sharp cheddar for bolder flavor or a mix of cheddar and Monterey Jack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add the sausage and cook, breaking it into small pieces, until there is no pink left. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside to cool slightly.
Assembly
  1. Unroll the crescent rolls. Press them into the bottom of the prepared pan, sealing seams to make a continuous crust that covers the whole base.
  2. Spread the cooked sausage evenly over the crescent layer.
  3. Pour the beaten eggs over the sausage, tilting the pan slightly if needed so the eggs distribute evenly.
  4. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar over the eggs in an even layer.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the eggs are set in the center and the top turns golden.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve warm with a green salad, sliced fresh fruit, or potatoes. For gatherings, provide toppings like chopped scallions or hot sauce. Cool completely before refrigerating leftovers.

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