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Hearty Amish Breakfast Casserole

Hearty Amish Breakfast Casserole

This Hearty Amish Breakfast Casserole is incredibly easy to prepare, promising a delicious and profoundly satisfying meal. Its simplicity belies the rich depth of flavor, featuring a creamy egg base studded with savory sausage and vibrant vegetables, all topped with melted cheese. Expect a preparation time of about 15 minutes and a baking time of 35-45 minutes, making it perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekend brunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped (for garnish, optional)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large skillet
  • Large Bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and cooked through. If the sausage renders a lot of fat, carefully drain off excess grease, leaving behind about a tablespoon for sautéing the vegetables.
    1 pound breakfast sausage
  3. Add the chopped onion and red bell pepper to the same skillet with the sausage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are softened and translucent, and the bell pepper is tender-crisp. This usually takes about 5-7 minutes.
    1 large onion, 1 red bell pepper
  4. Spread the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables evenly over the bottom of your prepared baking dish.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together the 8 large eggs, 1 cup of milk, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon of paprika until well combined and slightly frothy.
    8 large eggs, 1 cup milk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  6. Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese into the egg mixture. Ensure the cheese is distributed evenly.
    1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  7. Carefully pour the egg and cheese mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetable mixture in the baking dish. Make sure the egg mixture covers all the ingredients.
  8. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the center is no longer jiggly. The top should be golden brown and slightly puffed.
  9. Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for about 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the casserole to firm up and makes for cleaner slices. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.
    1/4 cup fresh parsley

Notes

Gather your ingredients and give this comforting recipe a try; you won't be disappointed by its delicious flavor and satisfying heartiness.
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