Easter Brunch Casserole
This Easter Brunch Casserole is a make-ahead breakfast option that combines day-old bread, savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheese, creating a stress-free and delicious holiday meal ideal for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Total Time: 65 mins
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free (if using gluten-free bread)
Ingredients
1 lb Day-old bread (crusty, like challah or sourdough)
1 lb Breakfast sausage (bulk, mild or spicy)
12 Large eggs
2 cups Whole milk
1/2 cup Heavy cream or half-and-half
2 cups Shredded sharp cheddar cheese (divided)
1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
1 medium Yellow onion, diced
2 Garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon Salt
1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
2 tablespoons Fresh chives, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish generously with butter or cooking spray. Cut your day-old bread into 1-inch cubes and distribute half over the bottom of the dish
- Cook breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and transfer to a bowl. Sauté diced red bell pepper and yellow onion in the same skillet until softened, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant. Remove from heat
- Layer cooked sausage and sautéed veggies over the bread cubes in the baking dish. Top with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Add remaining bread cubes on top
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, heavy cream, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Pour evenly over the casserole, pressing down gently to absorb the liquid
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Let casserole sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, then uncover and sprinkle remaining cheese on top
- Bake for 45-55 minutes until puffed and golden brown on top. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh chopped chives
Notes
For best results, use day-old bread to prevent sogginess.
This casserole can be prepared the night before for easy morning baking.
Find it online: https://onthatplate.com/easter-brunch-casserole/