Christmas Morning Casserole Recipe

This Christmas Morning Casserole recipe, a family favorite for years, is a delightful twist on breakfast casserole, perfect for Christmas morning or any special occasion! Originating from the "Cooking in the West with Waascoe" cookbook, this creamy, cheesy casserole features savory sausage, buttery bread, and a rich mushroom soup base. Impress your loved ones with this unforgettable breakfast dish – a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 60 mins

Cook Time 585 mins

Calories 242.9 kcal

Protein 31g

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Ingredients for Christmas Morning Casserole

6 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 loaf (about 1 pound) French bread
1 pound cooked sausage, crumbled
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Salt And Pepper
generously butter

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How to Make Christmas Morning Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 2 cups milk, and 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup.
Add 1 cup sliced mushrooms to the egg mixture.
Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
Remove crusts from 1 loaf (about 1 pound) French bread. Butter slices generously and arrange butter-side down in the prepared pan.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread.
Top with 1 pound cooked sausage, crumbled.
Sprinkle generously with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese).
Cover the casserole and refrigerate overnight.
Bake uncovered for 45-60 minutes, or until golden brown and set, and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

Fat

27g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Christmas Morning Casserole?

Christmas Morning Casserole takes about 645 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 585 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Christmas Morning Casserole?

Christmas Morning Casserole has approximately 242.9 calories per serving, with about 31 g protein, 3 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Christmas Morning Casserole?

The key ingredients for Christmas Morning Casserole are Eggs, Milk, Cream Of Mushroom Soup, Sliced Mushrooms, Bread, Bulk Sausage. See the full list with measurements above.