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Christmas Breakfast Casserole

This Christmas Breakfast Casserole is a festive, hearty blend of eggs, sausage, and cheese baked to golden perfection, perfect for holiday mornings with family and friends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound breakfast sausage
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups whole milk
  • 4 cups cubed French bread
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried sage

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Cook sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and sage.
  4. Add cubed bread, cooked sausage, bell peppers, green onions, and half of the cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle remaining cheese evenly on top.
  6. Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes or until eggs are set and top is golden brown.
  7. Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or swap cheddar for pepper jack cheese. Serve with fresh fruit or a side of maple syrup.