Christmas Breakfast Casserole

This Christmas Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a festive morning. With savory sausage, creamy eggs, and gooey cheese, this casserole is sure to become a holiday favorite. The best part? You can prepare it the night before, making your Christmas morning stress-free and enjoyable.

Ingredients (Servings: 6):

• 1 lb ground sausage
• 1 tsp mustard powder
• ½ tsp kosher salt
• 4 large eggs, beaten
• 2 cups whole milk
• 6 slices white bread, toasted and cut into cubes
• 1 cup mild Cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions:

1. Cook the Sausage:

• Crumble the sausage into a medium skillet.
• Cook over medium heat until evenly browned. Drain off any excess fat.

1. Prepare the Egg Mixture:

• In a medium bowl, mix together the mustard powder, kosher salt, beaten eggs, and whole milk.

1. Combine Ingredients:

• Add the cooked sausage, toasted bread cubes, and shredded Cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir well to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated.

1. Assemble the Casserole:

• Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
• Cover the dish with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and chill in the refrigerator for 8 hours, or overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the bread to soak up the egg mixture.

1. Bake the Casserole:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 45 to 60 minutes.
• Uncover the dish, reduce the oven temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C), and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top.

1. Serve:

• Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before cutting into squares.
• Serve warm and enjoy!

Tips for the Perfect Casserole:

• Sausage: Choose your favorite ground sausage; spicy or sweet varieties both work well.
• Bread: Using day-old or slightly stale bread helps it absorb the egg mixture better.
• Cheese: For a different flavor, try substituting mild Cheddar with sharp Cheddar, Gruyere, or Monterey Jack.
• Make-Ahead: Preparing this casserole the night before not only saves time but also enhances the flavors.

Nutrition Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 467 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 17g
• Protein: 25g
• Fat: 33g
• Saturated Fat: 13g
• Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g
• Monounsaturated Fat: 12g
• Trans Fat: 0.2g
• Cholesterol: 192mg
• Sodium: 990mg
• Potassium: 396mg
• Fiber: 1g
• Sugar: 5g
• Vitamin A: 536 IU
• Vitamin C: 1 mg
• Calcium: 310 mg
• Iron: 2 mg

Enjoy this delicious and easy Christmas Breakfast Casserole with your loved ones and make your holiday morning extra special!