Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole Recipe

This incredible Overnight Sausage and Cheese Egg Casserole is a family favorite! A comforting and flavorful breakfast or brunch casserole, perfect for a weekend morning or make-ahead meal prep. This recipe, discovered on an old home wall, is easy to make and delivers a delicious cheesy, savory treat. Get ready for a creamy, satisfying start to your day!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 846 kcal
Protein 87g
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Ingredients for Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole

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How to Make Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole

  1. Brown 1 lb sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off excess grease.
  2. Crumble the cooked sausage and set aside.
  3. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  4. Arrange 2 cups croutons in a single layer in the prepared baking dish.
  5. Layer 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, and 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan cheese over the croutons.
  6. Top the cheese layer with the cooked sausage.
  7. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 cup half-and-half, 1/2 cup milk, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 cup chopped yellow onion, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  8. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese layers in the baking dish.
  9. Cover the baking dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight (or for at least 4 hours).
  10. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  11. Bake the casserole, uncovered, for 45-60 minutes, or until set and golden brown. Let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

51 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

150g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole?

Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 20 minutes to prepare and 80 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole?

Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole has approximately 846 calories per serving, with about 87 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 96 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole?

The key ingredients for Overnight Cheese And Egg Casserole are Pork Sausage, Seasoned Croutons, Cheddar Cheese, Swiss Cheese, Monterey Jack Pepper Cheese, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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