Sausage Egg and Cheese Breakfast Casserole (Easy No Bread Recipe)
Try this easy, make-ahead sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast casserole. No bread needed—just fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and melted cheddar baked to perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy – your choice)
- 1 tbsp dried minced onion (or ½ cup finely chopped fresh onion)
- 12 large eggs
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ¼ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese, divided
Optional additions:
- A handful of chopped spinach or bell peppers
- A pinch of crushed red pepper flakes
- Hot sauce or salsa for serving
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Sausage
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon. When nearly cooked through, add the minced onion and sauté until the sausage is browned and fragrant. Drain any excess grease.
Step 2: Whisk the Egg Mixture
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Spread ¾ of the cooked sausage on the bottom. Sprinkle half the cheese evenly over the sausage, then pour the egg mixture on top.
Step 4: Bake
- Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until the eggs are mostly set.
- Remove the dish, top with the remaining cheese and sausage, then return to the oven for another 10–15 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbling.
Step 5: Rest and Serve
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with biscuits, toast, or fresh fruit. (And if you’re like most Southerners—don’t forget a dash of hot sauce.)