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Breakfast Casserole Egg Bake

Cultural Context

Breakfast casseroles are a beloved American tradition, often served during family gatherings and holidays. They combine the convenience of a one-dish meal with the comforting flavors of breakfast staples like eggs, cheese, and sausage. This dish has evolved over the years, with countless variations that include different meats, vegetables, and seasonings, making it a versatile option for any occasion.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
8 thick slices French bread
6 eggs
1 teaspoon dry mustard
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups 2% milk
8 oz shredded cheese
10 oz ham

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Low-fat cheese reduces calories while maintaining flavor.

cooked sausage

🥗Healthier: turkey sausage

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Turkey sausage is leaner and healthier.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + powdered milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and dairy-free.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain bread adds fiber and nutrients.

1

Slice up 8 thick slices of French bread.

2

Cut the ham into bite-sized pieces.

3

Grease a 9x13 baking pan.

4

Cube the bread and dump it into the greased pan, filling it up.

5

Crack 6 eggs into a mixing bowl.

6

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of dry mustard to the eggs.

7

Pour in 2 cups of 2% milk and mix well.

8

Add the cubed ham and shredded cheese to the egg mixture and stir to combine.

9

Pour the egg mixture over the cubed bread in the pan, ensuring the bread soaks up the liquid.

10

Cover the pan and refrigerate overnight.

11

In the morning, preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

12

Bake the casserole for about 45 minutes, checking around the 30-minute mark to avoid overcooking.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

9x13 baking panmixing bowlwhiskknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Egg BakeBreakfast Bake

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