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Frontier Breakfast Recipe

This hearty and flavorful Frontier Breakfast Casserole is a crowd-pleaser! Inspired by a coworker's recipe, this layered casserole combines savory sausage and onions with a creamy egg custard and a spicy kick of picante sauce, all baked to golden perfection within a flaky pie crust. Get ready for a delicious breakfast or brunch that's perfect for weekend mornings or special occasions. Easy to prep ahead and bake fresh!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 453.3 kcal
Protein 38g
Rating 2.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Frontier Breakfast

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How to Make Frontier Breakfast

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13x2 inch baking pan.
  2. Layer two 9-inch pie crusts in the prepared pan, allowing the edges to slightly overlap and hang over the sides.
  3. In a large skillet, brown 1 lb sausage and 1 medium onion (chopped) over medium heat. Drain excess grease and spread the sausage and onion mixture evenly over the pie crusts.
  4. Layer 1 cup of your favorite picante sauce over the sausage and onion.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup chopped green chilies, and 1 teaspoon salt.
  6. Gently pour the egg mixture over the picante sauce layer.
  7. Bake for 60-70 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

37 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

67g

Carbs

5g

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Weeknight Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Breakfast Casseroles Main Dish Beef Eggs Dairy Vegetables American Southern United States Oven Easy Beginner Cook Cheese Eggs Stove Top Dietary One Dish Meal Low Carb Low In Something Meat Beef Sausage Onions Brunch Equipment Small Appliance Mixer Number Of Servings 4 Hours Or Less