Breakfast Casserole
If you are looking for a reliable casserole recipe, this Breakfast Casserole is one to keep: 10 ingredients, 4 simple steps, ready in roughly under an hour. Most of the time is hands-off while the oven does its thing, which makes it an easy one to fit around other dishes. Read through the tips before you start — a couple of small details go a long way with this one.
- Level Easy
Ingredients
- 5 small Sausage links, cooked and finely chopped
- 4 Standard eggs, beaten
- ½ tsp Salt
- ½ tsp Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cup Finely-crumbled cornbread
- 1 cup Ricotta cheese
- 1 cup Shredded Monterrey Jack cheese
- ¼ cup Unsalted Butter
- 8 slice Cooked bacon, crumbled
- ½ cup Dry breadcrumbs
Method
- Combine sausage and bacon. In another bowl, combine ricotta, eggs, butter, salt, pepper, and cornbread.
- In a greased large roasting pan, place just enough cornbread mixture to cover the bottom. Add just enough meat mixture to cover that layer, and repeat the layering until all mixtures have been used.
- Combine Monterey Jack and breadcrumbs. Sprinkle evenly over layers and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 30–35 minutes or until browned and bubbly on top.
- Serve warm.
Tips for the best Breakfast Casserole
- Read the whole method before you start and measure out the 10 ingredients first — it keeps the pace relaxed once the heat is on.
- Preheat the oven fully before anything goes in — a cold start changes the texture.
- Rest the finished dish for a few minutes before serving — it lets the flavours settle and the texture firm up.
Variations
- Spicier version: add a pinch of chilli flakes or a sliced fresh chilli with the aromatics.
- Vegetable boost: stir in a handful of spinach, peas or diced peppers in the last few minutes of cooking.
- Individual portions: divide into ramekins or a muffin tin and reduce the baking time by about a third.
Serving ideas
Pairs well with a simple salad and a glass of something cold.
Storage
Best eaten fresh. Leftovers keep covered in the fridge for 2 days; reheat in a hot pan or oven rather than the microwave to bring the crispness back.
Frequently asked questions
Can I make Breakfast Casserole ahead of time?
Yes. It actually improves after a few hours, so make it earlier in the day and reheat gently before serving.
What can I substitute for sausage links?
Any ingredient with a similar texture and cooking time works; see the variations below for ideas. Keep quantities the same and adjust seasoning at the end.
Is this Breakfast Casserole recipe medium to make?
It is rated medium: 10 ingredients and 4 steps. Follow the order and the tips above and it is very forgiving.
Adapted from Wikibooks Cookbook, CC BY-SA 4.0 — source
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