Mini Breakfast Casserole
Enjoy a hearty make-ahead breakfast casserole filled with crusty bread, flavorful sausage, egg, and melted cheese. This single serving recipe is ideal for a satisfying morning meal at home.
Servings: 1 serving
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 ounces ground pork sausage -cooked and drained of fat
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 cups cubed French Bread
- ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese or Monterey Jack cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: Use a medium-sized skillet to cook the sausage until it's no longer pink. Then, transfer it to a plate lined with paper towels to drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a small bowl, beat the egg. Whisk in the milk, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the Baking Dish: Butter a 5-inch baking dish. Arrange the bread in the dish, cutting it to fit if necessary.
- Assemble the Casserole: Sprinkle the cooked sausage and cheese over the bread. Then, evenly pour the egg mixture over everything. Cover the dish and refrigerate it overnight.
- Bake the Casserole: The next day, take the casserole out of the refrigerator and let it reach room temperature, about 30 minutes. Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Bake the casserole, covered with aluminum foil, for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the egg is set.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove the casserole from the oven and serve it hot.
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Notes
- Bread Soaking Tip: Make sure the bread is evenly soaked in the egg mixture for the best texture. Use just enough liquid to coat the bread without leaving excess pooling at the bottom, as too much soaking can make the casserole soggy.
- Room Temperature Before Baking: Allow the single serve breakfast casserole to sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking, especially if it was refrigerated overnight. This ensures even cooking throughout the dish.
- Customizable Ingredients: Don't be afraid to experiment! Add extra spices like paprika or garlic powder for more flavor, or toss in diced vegetables like bell peppers or onions for added texture and nutrition.
- Cheese Tips: Use freshly shredded cheese for the best melt and flavor. Pre-shredded cheese can sometimes have additives that affect the texture.
- Baking Dish Size: A 5x5-inch baking dish works perfectly, but if you don’t have one, two 10-ounce ramekins can be used for a similar result.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 747kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 59g | Fat: 64g | Saturated Fat: 25g | Cholesterol: 381mg | Sodium: 2078mg | Potassium: 911mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 1187IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 582mg | Iron: 5mg
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