Christmas Morning Sausage Egg Bake
Start your Christmas morning with a warm, comforting Sausage Egg Bake that combines fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and melted cheese. This crowd-pleasing dish is easy to prepare and perfect for gathering the family around the breakfast table. With colorful veggies and simple ingredients, it’s sure to become a beloved holiday tradition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 lb breakfast sausage (spicy or mild)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup bell peppers (chopped)
- 2 green onions (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned (about 8-10 minutes). Add chopped bell peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until frothy; season with salt and pepper.
- Layer cooked sausage and peppers in the baking dish, pour egg mixture over, and sprinkle cheese on top.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until set and golden.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
Keywords: For added flavor, mix different cheeses or add fresh herbs. To make it healthier, use egg whites and turkey sausage. Assemble the bake the night before for an easier morning.