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Easy Breakfast Casserole

Easy Breakfast Casserole

A make-ahead, savory casserole layered with bread, meat, veggies, custard, and cheese that bakes into a tender, golden-edged brunch favorite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

Casserole Layer

  • 6 cups bread cubes day-old white or sourdough
  • 1.5 cups cooked meat ham, sausage, or bacon, chopped
  • 1 cup veggie mix diced onion and bell pepper, sautéed

Custard

  • 8 large eggs room temperature
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Topping

  • 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Instructions
 

Casserole Layer

  • Arrange bread cubes, cooked meat, and sautéed veggies in a greased 9×13-inch pan.
    6 cups bread cubes, 1.5 cups cooked meat, 1 cup veggie mix

Custard

  • Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth and pour evenly over the layered bread mixture.
    8 large eggs, 2 cups whole milk, 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Cover and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the custard to fully absorb.

Topping & Bake

  • Uncover, sprinkle cheese on top, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45 minutes until the edges bubble and the center is set.
    0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • Remove from oven and let stand for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Testing Note: letting eggs and milk come to room temperature created a silkier custard.
If the center dips or browns unevenly, tent with foil for the last 10 minutes of baking.
Leftover slices freeze well for up to 3 months; thaw overnight in the refrigerator.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gCalories: 360kcalCarbohydrates: 28g
Keyword breakfast casserole, brunch dish, Easy Breakfast Casserole, make-ahead breakfast, savory casserole
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