Sausage Egg Casserole

Name: Sausage Egg Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 1 16.3 ounce can Grands Biscuits; 1 lb uncooked sausage; 1 cup pepper jack cheese, (shredded); 1 cup mild cheddar cheese, (shredded); 8 eggs; 1 cup half and half; 1 teaspoon ground mustard; ¼ teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Yield 18

Cook 25

Prep 20

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This sausage egg casserole is rich in flavor and easy to make! With the perfect combination of eggs, sausage, and cheese, it's quick to prepare and a family favorite!

Close up of spatula holding a piece of a breakfast casserole.

Everyone who has tried this sausage egg casserole has raved about how delicious it tastes. Similar to my ham and potato casserole, this one is cooked in a 9x13 baking dish and is an easy breakfast to make. It's layered with buttery biscuits, two different types of creamy cheese, savory pork sausage, and eggs. The flavor combinations are out-of-this-world amazing!

While I enjoy eating casseroles like this chicken pot pie casserole and this lazy cabbage roll casserole for dinner, I actually enjoy eating this egg casserole for both breakfast or dinner! Rich, flavorful, and so easy to make, this golden delicious egg casserole is the perfect breakfast for those busy mornings or busy weeknights. It's also the perfect breakfast for Christmas morning or for Christmas brunch when you need to feed a crowd! Especially when you serve it alongside these homemade cinnamon rolls!

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Why This Recipe Works
🛒 Ingredients You'll Need
👩‍🍳 Variations
🔪 Step-By-Step Recipe instructions
🙋 Recipe FAQs
💭 Expert Tips
🍳 More Breakfast Ideas
Sausage Egg Casserole

Cooked breakfast casserole dish topped with melted cheese.

Why This Recipe Works

1. Full of savory homemade goodness in every bite, this breakfast sausage egg casserole does not need to set overnight.

2. Feeds a crowd or is great to eat on all week! This is the perfect breakfast casserole to make when doing meal prep. You can make it ahead of time!

3. It can be made in advance and reheated later!

🛒 Ingredients You'll Need

Eggs, sausage, cheese, biscuits, and seasoning on a counter.

Biscuits - use canned biscuits for best results. They rise and bake up nicely when used in breakfast casserole recipes. Don't use frozen biscuits. The dough will not expand properly.
Eggs - use 8 large eggs
Half & Half - is a mixture of whole milk and light cream and adds a rich and creamy taste in every bite.
Sausage - pork sausage pairs well with eggs and cheese and adds a rich and savory flavor.
Mild Cheddar Cheese - melts extremely well and adds to the creamy texture.
Pepper Jack Cheese - a creamy cheese that adds a hint of spice.
Ground Mustard - a key ingredients that mixes well with eggs, sausage, and cheese. It also adds depth of flavor and intensifies the taste.
Salt & Pepper - used as flavor enhancers.

Be sure to see the recipe card below for the full ingredients list & instructions!

👩‍🍳 Variations

Cheese - Using different types of cheese, such as mozzarella or swiss adds amazing flavor. For an even creamier consistency, try using Gruyere or Monterey Jack.
Egg Substitute - If you don't want to use whole eggs, try using an egg substitute or just egg whites.
Dairy - I've had best results using half & half, but both whole and 2% milk can be substituted. Note that if you're using heavy whipping cream, this sausage egg bake will need to cook a bit longer.
Vegetables - Chopped mushrooms, green bell pepper and red peppers, zucchini, and onions taste great! If adding asparagus and fresh spinach, add while cooking the sausage to help soften the texture.
Protein Options - Substituting turkey sausage or bacon tastes great in this sausage and egg casserole. Ham or Italian sausage also works well. Use spicy sausage to add more heat.

Spatula lifting up a piece of breakfast casserole.

🔪 Step-By-Step Recipe instructions

Step 1: Start by preheating the oven to 425°F. In a non-stick skillet, cook the raw sausage over medium heat until done. Ensure there are no traces of pink. Set aside.

Step 2: Using a cheese grater, freshly grate the Pepper Jack and mild cheddar cheese. Place the shredded cheese in separate bowls and set aside.

Shredding blocks of cheese with a cheese grader.

Step 3: Place the raw Grands biscuits in the center of a 9x13 baking dish. Using your hands, gently spread the raw biscuit dough until each biscuit is evenly spread across the dish. Using your fingers, firmly press and pinch the corners to seal along the sides and in the middle.

Step 4: Next, evenly sprinkle on the cooked sausage, the shredded Pepper Jack, and cheddar cheese over the raw biscuits. Set aside.

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Step 5: In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, half and half, dry mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.

👩🏼‍🍳 Expert Tip! While hand whisking works well, using a standing or hand held electric mixer works better to ensure the ingredients are well combined and the ground mustard does not clump.

Step 6: From there, evenly pour the egg mixture on top of the biscuits, sausage, and cheese.

Raw breakfast casserole topped with cheese.

Step 7: Place the sausage egg casserole in the oven and bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes or until set.

👩🏼‍🍳 Expert Tip! You'll know it's done when the top is golden brown and the sides are bubbling. There should be no soft egg batter consistency at the top of the casserole.

Close up of breakfast casserole bubbling.

Step 8: When done, remove the dish from the oven and allow the sausage and egg casserole to rest for 5 minutes before cutting into squares.

Close up of sliced egg and sausage casserole in a baking dish.

This cheesy sausage egg casserole is the perfect breakfast dish! Eggs, sausage, cheese, and biscuits baked to a bubbly perfection! This is a dish the whole family will love!

Piece of breakfast casserole on a plate.

🙋 Recipe FAQs

Can Sausage Egg Casserole be frozen?

Yes! After cooking and letting it completely cool, wrap the individual pieces in plastic wrap and place in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Is it better to freeze this casserole cooked or uncooked?

Either method works well. You can freeze the entire cooked casserole or individual cooked pieces. For uncooked, prepare the casserole in a 9x13 freezer safe dish and cover with aluminum foil. Place in the freezer for up to 3 month. To thaw, place the casserole in the refrigerator. Once completely thawed, cook according to instructions in the recipe card.

How long will this Sausage Egg Casserole last in the fridge?

Place any leftovers in an airtight container with a lid in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Piece of egg and sausage breakfast casserole on a plate with a fork.

💭 Expert Tips

To save time, use pre-crumbled and cooked pork sausage.
Freshly grated cheese tastes better than packaged shredded cheese. Fresh is always best.
When cooking, one corner of the casserole will bubble up. This is normal. As it cools, it will fall.
Do not cover when cooking.
You can make this easy breakfast casserole 24 hours ahead of time before cooking. Simply layer the biscuit dough on the bottom of the baking dish and add the cooked sausage and shredded cheese. Combine the egg mixture and pour on top of the casserole. Cover with aluminum foil and store in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Reheat individual slices in the oven or in the microwave for 30-seconds or until hot. To reheat the entire casserole, cover it with aluminum foil and bake it in the oven at 350°F for 20 minutes.

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