Description
A savory breakfast bake combining ground sausage, eggs, and sharp cheddar, topped with a buttery, toasted breadcrumb layer for a satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup Panko or plain breadcrumbs
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375F (190C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground sausage until fully cooked. Drain the grease thoroughly.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish and spread the cooked sausage evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage layer.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the cheese and sausage, ensuring it fills all the corners of the pan.
- Combine the breadcrumbs and melted butter in a small bowl, then sprinkle the mixture evenly over the top of the eggs.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the topping is golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American