Description
A hearty and cheesy breakfast bake combining savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar. Perfect for brunch crowds or effortless weekly meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 cups cubed sourdough bread
- 3 tbsp melted butter
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until cooked through, then drain excess grease.
- Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with melted butter.
- Spread the cubed bread and cooked sausage evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread and sausage, ensuring everything is covered.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese on top.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American