Hamdi Saidani Paula Deen’s Breakfast Casserole is made with country white bread, pork breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, eggs, and milk. This easy breakfast recipe creates a healthy morning meal that takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.
Ingredients Needed:
- 8 thick slices of country white bread, buttered and cubed
- 1 lb loose pork breakfast sausage
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage
- 1 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded sharp yellow cheddar cheese
- 7 eggs
- 3 cups milk
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon dry mustard
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Paula Deen’s Hot Sauce (optional)
How To Make Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole:
- Prepare the dish: Grease a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet, cook the loose pork sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon. Cook for about 5-10 minutes until browned, then mix in the chopped sage.
- Assemble the casserole: In the prepared baking dish, add the buttered cubed bread. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bread, followed by an even layer of both cheeses.
- Make the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the bread, sausage, and cheese.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake the next day: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Remove the casserole from the fridge and bake for 1 hour, or until the casserole is bubbly and hot. Serve warm with hot sauce, if desired.
Recipe Tips
- Use stale bread: Slightly stale bread absorbs the egg mixture better, making the casserole firm and flavorful.
- Fully cook the sausage: Ensure the sausage is fully browned before adding it to avoid a soggy texture.
- Distribute cheese evenly: Spread the cheese evenly to ensure every bite has a balanced flavor.
- Refrigerate overnight: Allowing the casserole to rest overnight enhances flavor and allows the bread to fully absorb the egg mixture.
- Bake until golden: Make sure the casserole is baked until the top is golden brown and bubbly for the best texture.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
Storing in the fridge: Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.
Freezing: Store individual portions in airtight containers or freezer bags for up to 2 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
Reheating: Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 350
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 18g
- Fat: 25g
- Sugar: 3g
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Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole
Description
Paula Deen’s Breakfast Casserole is made with country white bread, pork breakfast sausage, cheddar cheese, eggs, and milk. This easy breakfast recipe creates a healthy morning meal that takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes to prepare and can serve up to 8 people.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Prepare the dish: Grease a 9×13 baking dish with non-stick spray.
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet, cook the loose pork sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbles with a spoon. Cook for about 5-10 minutes until browned, then mix in the chopped sage.
- Assemble the casserole: In the prepared baking dish, add the buttered cubed bread. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the bread, followed by an even layer of both cheeses.
- Make the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cayenne pepper, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper. Pour the egg mixture over the bread, sausage, and cheese.
- Refrigerate overnight: Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
- Bake the next day: Preheat your oven to 350ºF. Remove the casserole from the fridge and bake for 1 hour, or until the casserole is bubbly and hot. Serve warm with hot sauce, if desired.
Notes
- Use stale bread: Slightly stale bread absorbs the egg mixture better, making the casserole firm and flavorful.
- Fully cook the sausage: Ensure the sausage is fully browned before adding it to avoid a soggy texture.
- Distribute cheese evenly: Spread the cheese evenly to ensure every bite has a balanced flavor.
- Refrigerate overnight: Allowing the casserole to rest overnight enhances flavor and allows the bread to fully absorb the egg mixture.
- Bake until golden: Make sure the casserole is baked until the top is golden brown and bubbly for the best texture.
Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole, Overnight Breakfast Casserole
