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Easy One-Pan Easter Breakfast Casserole Recipe for a Hearty Morning Meal

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A quick and easy one-pan breakfast casserole combining eggs, bread, cheese, and savory breakfast meats for a comforting and hearty morning meal perfect for Easter or any busy morning.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 4 cups day-old bread, cubed (sourdough or white bread)
  • 8 oz cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
  • 6 strips of bacon, cooked and chopped (optional)
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 small onion, finely diced
  • 1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbly (about 7–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
  3. Add bacon strips to the skillet, cook until crispy (about 5 minutes), then chop into bite-sized pieces. Drain excess fat, leaving about 1 tbsp in the pan.
  4. Add diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet; cook until softened (around 4–5 minutes). Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant. Remove from heat.
  5. In a large bowl, beat 6 eggs with 1 ½ cups milk, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika until combined and slightly frothy (about 1–2 minutes).
  6. In your baking dish or cast-iron skillet, evenly spread the cubed bread.
  7. Layer the cooked sausage, bacon, and sautéed veggies over the bread.
  8. Sprinkle shredded cheddar and mozzarella evenly on top.
  9. Pour the egg mixture slowly over the casserole, pressing lightly with a spatula to soak the bread.
  10. Let it sit for 10 minutes to absorb the liquid fully.
  11. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
  12. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing.
  13. Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for garnish.

Notes

Use day-old bread to prevent mushiness. Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before baking to allow bread to soak the egg mixture. If the top browns too fast, cover loosely with foil halfway through baking. Pre-cook meats thoroughly. For make-ahead, assemble and refrigerate overnight, adding 5–10 minutes to baking time.

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