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Slightly stale bread absorbs the egg mixture without disappearing into it. Brown the sausage first, then give the assembled dish a short rest while the oven heats so the custard reaches the middle of each bread cube.
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Why you’ll love this recipe
The whole breakfast bakes in one serving dish.
Bread makes each slice substantial.
Ingredient notes
Use plain bread rather than heavily sweetened bread.
A deeper, smaller dish will need more baking time.
Preparation includes the 10-minute soak before baking; the separate rest is the 10 minutes after baking.
Equipment you’ll need
9-by-13-inch baking dish
Skillet
Mixing bowl
Helpful cooking tips
Press floating bread gently into the custard.
Use a thermometer in the center, not just at the edge.
Make it your own
Variations
Fold in 1 cup chopped cooked spinach, squeezed dry.
Substitutions
Use turkey breakfast sausage and cook it to 165°F / 74°C.
What to serve with it
Serve with fresh fruit and coffee or tea.
Storage, freezing & reheating
In the refrigerator
Divide leftovers into shallow containers and refrigerate within 2 hours (within 1 hour if above 90°F / 32°C). Keep at 40°F / 4°C or colder and use within 3–4 days.
In the freezer
Freeze cooled portions in sealed freezer containers for up to 2 months for best quality. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
To reheat
Reheat a single portion in the microwave, loosely covered, stirring or turning halfway through. Heat to 165°F / 74°C throughout; add a spoonful of water if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Can I assemble it the night before?
Yes. Cover and refrigerate for up to 12 hours. Bake straight from the refrigerator in a suitable pan, allowing extra time, until the center reaches 165°F / 74°C.
Let’s get cooking
Breakfast Casserole
Eggs, sausage, bread cubes, and cheddar bake into a generous savory breakfast.
Prep time
30 min
Cook time
45 min
Total time
1 hr 25 min
Rest / cool
10 min
Servings
8
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
American home cooking
Original demonstration recipe, developed with AI assistance and not independently kitchen-tested.
Equipment
9-by-13-inch baking dish · Skillet · Mixing bowl
Ingredients
US customary measurements. Check off ingredients as you go.
Step-by-step instructions
Grease a 9-by-13-inch dish. Brown sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces, until it reaches 160°F / 71°C; drain excess fat.
Whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Fold in bread, cooked sausage, bell pepper, and 1 cup cheese.
Transfer to the dish and let stand 10 minutes while oven heats to 350°F / 175°C. Top with remaining cheese.
Bake 40–45 minutes until the center is set and reaches 165°F / 74°C. Cover loosely if the top browns too quickly.
Rest 10 minutes before cutting into squares.
Cook’s notes
Press floating bread gently into the custard.
Use a thermometer in the center, not just at the edge.
Store: Divide leftovers into shallow containers and refrigerate within 2 hours (within 1 hour if above 90°F / 32°C). Keep at 40°F / 4°C or colder and use within 3–4 days.
Reheat: Reheat a single portion in the microwave, loosely covered, stirring or turning halfway through. Heat to 165°F / 74°C throughout; add a spoonful of water if needed.
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A reliable food thermometer takes the guesswork out of cooking. Choose sturdy measuring cups and lidded, shallow containers for leftovers. Use the pan size listed in the recipe for the best fit.
