The Ultimate Breakfast Sausage Casserole: Your New Go-To for Effortless Feeds
This Breakfast Sausage Casserole is a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even a casual dinner. Savory sausage, fluffy eggs, melty cheddar, and a buttery crescent roll crust come together for a comforting, easy-to-make meal. It’s versatile, make-ahead friendly, and customizable to your favorite flavors.
Ingredients
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6 large eggs
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1 pound breakfast sausage
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1 cup whole milk
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon sea salt
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1/2 teaspoon dried minced garlic
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1/2 teaspoon dried minced onion
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1 refrigerated crescent roll dough sheet
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Optional garnish: fresh parsley
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Drain excess oil and let cool for 5 minutes.
Unroll crescent roll dough and press evenly into the bottom of the greased casserole dish.
Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the dough. Add shredded cheddar cheese on top.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic, and onion.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage, cheese, and crescent dough.
Bake 30–35 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
Garnish with fresh parsley, cut into 12 squares, and serve warm.
Notes
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Let the sausage cool slightly before layering to prevent melting the cheese too fast.
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Optional add-ins: Bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms for extra flavor and veggies.
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Make-ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake in the morning, adding a few extra minutes if baking cold.
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Cheese swaps: Try Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a cheese blend for variety.