Description

This Savory Breakfast Sausage and Cheese Casserole is a hearty and satisfying morning dish perfect for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings. Featuring a flaky crescent roll crust layered with flavorful browned sausage, melted cheddar cheese, and a rich egg mixture seasoned with garlic and onion, this casserole bakes up golden and fluffy. It’s easy to prepare and serves 8, combining comforting breakfast staples into one delicious bake.

Ingredients

Scale

Sausage Layer

1 pound breakfast sausage

Casserole Base

1 refrigerated crescent roll dough sheet

Cheese Layer

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Egg Mixture

6 large eggs
1 cup whole milk
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon dried minced garlic
½ teaspoon dried minced onion

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
Cook Sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage until fully cooked, ensuring no pink remains; then drain the excess oil to keep the casserole from being greasy.
Prepare Crust: Unroll the crescent roll dough and press it evenly into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish, forming the base layer for the casserole.
Layer Sausage and Cheese: Spread the browned sausage evenly over the crescent dough, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the sausage layer.
Mix Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, black pepper, sea salt, dried minced garlic, and dried minced onion until well combined and smooth.
Combine Layers: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese layers in the casserole dish, making sure it covers all ingredients.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the casserole is set, firm to the touch, and the top is golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before cutting into portions. Serve warm for a delicious breakfast treat.

Notes

You can substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option.
Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or spinach to increase the nutritional value.
For a spicier kick, add red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the egg mixture.
This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated before baking; just add a few extra minutes to the bake time if baking cold.
Use reduced-fat cheese and milk for a lower-fat version.
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.