Description
This Breakfast Biscuit Casserole is a hearty and delicious morning dish featuring flaky biscuits, savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a special family breakfast, this casserole combines comforting flavors with an easy-to-prepare method that serves eight.
Ingredients
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Biscuits and Cheese
- 1 can of refrigerated biscuits
- 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
Sausage
- 1 pound of breakfast sausage
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it is ready for baking the casserole evenly.
- Cook the sausage: Place the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat and cook until it is browned throughout. Once cooked, drain excess fat to prevent greasiness.
- Whisk egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy to ensure a smooth custard texture.
- Prepare biscuits: Cut the refrigerated biscuits into quarters and evenly spread them out in a greased baking dish to form the base layer.
- Add sausage: Scatter the cooked and drained sausage over the biscuit pieces, distributing it evenly to get a balanced flavor in every bite.
- Pour egg mixture: Carefully pour the whisked egg and milk mixture over the biscuit and sausage layers, ensuring it seeps through all layers.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the casserole for a delicious cheesy crust.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes until the eggs are fully set and the top is lightly browned and golden.
Notes
- You can substitute the breakfast sausage with cooked bacon or ham for a different flavor profile.
- For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes to the egg mixture.
- Use whole milk or 2% milk to keep the casserole creamy but reduce fat content slightly.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking before serving to help it set further.
- This dish can be prepared the night before by assembling and refrigerating; bake directly before serving, adding 5-10 minutes to the baking time.
