Teresa's Recipes
Bell Pepper and Sausage Breakfast Casserole
Indulge yourself in the morning with this mouth-watering Bell Pepper and Sausage Breakfast Casserole. Bursting with hearty flavors of fresh bell peppers, savory sausage, and melted cheddar cheese, it's a delicious way to start your day. This dish is a comforting nod to traditional American breakfast casseroles, perfect for a lazy Sunday brunch or to make ahead for busy weekday mornings.
Ingredients
- A handful, finely chopped Fresh parsley
- To taste Salt and pepper
- 2 cups, shredded Cheddar cheese
- 1 cup Milk
- 6, large Eggs
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 medium, diced Onion
- 500g, casings removed Sausage
- 2, diced Bell peppers
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 6
- Dish Type: Breakfast
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 27g
- Carbs: 10g
- Protein: 28g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Sugar: 5g
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a casserole dish.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until it is nicely browned. Once cooked, remove the sausage from the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced bell peppers, onion, and minced garlic. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, approximately 5 minutes.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Distribute the cooked vegetables and sausage evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
- Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and sausage, ensuring that everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before garnishing with chopped fresh parsley and serving.
Tips
- For a vegetarian version, substitute sausage with a plant-based alternative.
- You can prepare this casserole the night before. Just cover and refrigerate, then bake in the morning for a no-fuss breakfast.
- Feel free to add in other vegetables you have on hand, such as mushrooms or tomatoes.