Description
A delicious and hearty casserole perfect for holiday brunch gatherings, combining eggs, bread, and a medley of savory ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 6 cups cubed bread
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
- 1 cup cooked and crumbled sausage or bacon
- 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
- 1/2 cup chopped onions
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- In a greased 9×13 inch baking dish, layer the cubed bread, followed by the cooked sausage or bacon, bell peppers, onions, and cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
- Cover the dish with foil and let it sit for at least 30 minutes to allow the bread to soak up the egg mixture.
- Bake covered for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until the top is golden brown and the eggs are set.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Notes
- Can be prepared the night before and stored in the refrigerator.
- Feel free to customize with your favorite vegetables or meats.
- For a vegetarian option, omit the sausage or bacon.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 200mg
Keywords: Holiday Brunch Casserole, Breakfast Casserole, Holiday Recipes, Brunch Ideas