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Cheesy Egg Bake with Sausage and Peppers

A hearty, cheesy breakfast casserole loaded with sausage, peppers, and fluffy baked eggs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk whole or 2%
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage cooked and crumbled
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 1 green bell pepper diced
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
  • fresh parsley or chives for garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish
  • Whisk
  • Skillet

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook sausage in a skillet until browned. Drain and set aside.
  3. Sauté onion and peppers in olive oil until softened.
  4. Whisk eggs, milk, and seasonings in a large bowl.
  5. Stir in sausage, vegetables, and 1 cup cheese.
  6. Pour into dish, top with remaining cheese.
  7. Bake 30–35 minutes until set and golden.
  8. Cool 5 minutes, garnish, and serve.

Notes

Make ahead and refrigerate overnight for quick baking in the morning.