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    Overnight Egg Casserole

    Published: May 23, 2023 by Vicky · This post contains affiliate links.

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    Are you looking for an easy brunch idea with tons of flavor that will feed a crowd? In an effort to reduce stress, I have come up with this breakfast casserole recipe that includes sausage, eggs, cheese, bread - you know -all the good stuff! This Overnight Egg Casserole will allow you to enjoy more time with your family and less time cooking and cleaning. Be sure to also check out our Easy Breakfast Casserole.

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    • ⭐Why You'll Love This Overnight Egg Casserole
    • 🥣Ingredient Notes
    • 📋Step by Step Instructions For An Overnight Breakfast Casserole
    • 🧹Keeping The Kitchen Clean While Preparing Breakfast
    • 👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips
    • 🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs
    • 🍰Related Recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    This post has been sponsored by Bounty, but all opinions are my own. 

    ⭐Why You'll Love This Overnight Egg Casserole

    • This easy breakfast casserole can be made the night before and popped into the oven in the morning.
    • The recipe is simple and tasty and it’s an excellent choice for breakfast and brunch. 
    • This hearty egg-based breakfast keeps you satisfied a long time. It’s a cheesy, tasty way to start a long day.
    • breakfast casserole with bread and hash browns

    🥣Ingredient Notes

    • cooked sausage links
    • large eggs
    • shredded cheddar cheese - you can use a mild or sharp cheddar cheese
    • slices of white bread
    • milk
    • shredded hash browns
    • salt and pepper


    📋Step by Step Instructions For An Overnight Breakfast Casserole

    STEP 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8x8 baking dish.

    STEP 2: Start off by cooking 10 sausage links in the microwave or in a skillet according to the package directions. When cooking something like sausage links, make sure to line your plate with super absorbent Bounty.

    sausage on paper towels

    STEP 3: Chop cooked sausage into bite-sized pieces.

    STEP 4: Cut bread slices into cubes.

    bread cut into cubes

    As you can see, I used a lot of eggs in this recipe and I made sure to put the shells on some Bounty before I moved them to the compost bin.

    egg shells on paper towel.

    STEP 5: In a large bowl, whisk eggs then add cheese, cooked sausage links, cubed white bread, and milk and set aside.

    bread, egg, sausage and cheese in bowl.

    STEP 6: Spread 2 cups of shredded hash brown potatoes onto the bottom of the greased 8x8 pan.

    While transferring the ingredients, I accidentally spilled some of the egg mixture onto the counter. Luckily, I had Bounty on hand.

    I spray on some cleaner and in just a few moments my counter looks sparkly clean. Bounty really comes in handy for the cleanup!

    cleaning counter

    STEP 7: Pour egg, cheese, sausage, and bread mixture over top. Add salt and pepper.

    egg casserole in pan.

    STEP 8: If you are cooking this right away, place in a 350-degree oven for 40 minutes.

    overnight egg casserole.

    If you are making this the next morning, you can cover it and place it in the refrigerator overnight. This overnight egg casserole recipe can sit refrigerated until the morning. In the morning simply pop the pan in the oven for 40 minutes.

    slice of overnight egg casserole.

    One of the things I love about this breakfast casserole is that it has a little of everything. Bread, eggs, sausage, potatoes and cheese in every yummy mouthful! Easy cheesy and delicious! A lot of my readers love preparing this for Christmas morning. Whatever day you make it, it is delicious!

    egg casserole on white and red plate

    🧹Keeping The Kitchen Clean While Preparing Breakfast

    To get through the holidays stress-free, I make sure to do as much as I can beforehand. That means I make and freeze cookie dough that I can just thaw and bake when the need arises, stock up on Bounty so I can enjoy every minute and not think about the mess, and prepare some easy holiday meals ahead of time that can just be thrown into the oven when needed.

    One of my favorite holiday meals to prepare is this overnight egg bake. I can prepare it the night before, refrigerate, and bake it in the morning. I love when my extended family can wake up to hot cups of coffee and a warm breakfast.

    We use Bounty every day, but I always make sure to have some extra on hand when I know I will be having holiday company. Since we will be having seven people stay with us over the holidays, I don't want to run out of paper towels. Let's face it, even guests with the best intentions make messes. Plus, if you are anything like me, preparing holiday food always causes a mess.

    👩🏻‍🍳Expert Tips

    Tip 1: For a little extra spice, top with hot sauce or salsa.

    Tip 2: This recipe uses sliced sandwich bread which you will cut into cubes. You can use the crusts as well.


    🤷🏻‍♀️Recipe FAQs

    Do I have to make this overnight breakfast casserole the night before?

    You don't have to prepare this as a make-ahead recipe. You can make it just before you stick it in the oven. It is a very versatile recipe.

    How do I store this breakfast casserole?

    Once baked, you can store the leftovers of the casserole in the fridge in a covered container for up to 5 days.

    What else can I add to this egg casserole?

    So many options! Some of my favorites are veggies like bell peppers and onions, ham and bacon.


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    📖 Recipe

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    Overnight Egg Casserole

    This Overnight Egg Casserole takes just minutes to assemble and can be refrigerated and then baked in the morning. Perfect breakfast dish for holidays and guests! 
    4.58 from 19 votes
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    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 5 -6
    Calories: 286kcal
    Author: Vicky

    Ingredients

    • 10 sausage links
    • 7 eggs whisked
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 2 slices white bread cubed
    • 3 tablespoons milk
    • 2 cups shredded hash brown potatoes
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8x8 pan.
    • Cook 10 sausage links in the microwave according to package directions.
    • When cooked, chop up sausage into bite sized pieces.
    • In a large bowl, whisk eggs then add cheese, cooked sausage links, cubed white bread, and milk and set aside.
    • Spread 2 cups of shredded hash brown potatoes onto the bottom of the greased pan.
    • Pour egg mixture over top. Add salt and pepper.
    • Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or cover and refrigerate overnight and bake in the morning.

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    Notes

    • For a little extra spice, top with hot sauce or salsa.
    • This recipe uses sliced sandwich bread which you will cut into cubes. You can use the crusts as well.
    This nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using online calculators. Your nutritional information may vary depending on numerous factors.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 286kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 255mg | Sodium: 311mg | Potassium: 369mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 575IU | Vitamin C: 6.8mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 2.4mg
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    1. Hungry Dad

      December 22, 2022 at 3:50 pm

      4 stars
      I love this easy dish. I’ve had it for many years. My mom always made one with sausage and one with bacon, the whole family was always happy. We used croutons instead of bread, nice texture addition and a hint of yellow mustard. But do I have to use Bounty, or will Costco paper towels work? I don’t want to make a special purchase.

    2. carol

      July 24, 2022 at 2:47 pm

      can i use bacon instead of sausage and how much and should i cook it first

    3. Scarlet | Family Focus Blog

      February 15, 2020 at 9:19 am

      This overnight egg casserole looks like a perfect brunch recipe. It will be fun to try. Thanks!

    4. Marry

      March 02, 2017 at 8:03 am

      5 stars
      I love breakfast food! I'm a fan of Casserole. I can eat them anytime. Thanks

    5. Anna Wright

      February 16, 2017 at 11:49 pm

      5 stars
      I just made these for my family and they were a HIT! We devoured every last one of them .YUM. Thank you!

    6. Elizabeth O.

      December 18, 2016 at 5:43 pm

      Wow! That looks so good and filling! Perfect for a busy day ahead! I'm sure the family is going to love this!

    7. Julie Syl Kalungi

      December 15, 2016 at 1:38 pm

      4 stars
      Woohooo Comfort food is awesome and this casserole falls squarely in that category for me. It looks fab for breakfast too 🙂

    8. Kelly Recci

      December 12, 2016 at 11:59 pm

      i will surely try this one on Christmas eve! thanks for sharing

    9. Wren

      December 12, 2016 at 6:15 pm

      That looks tasty! I love things I can easily make when I wake up. I love Bounty, helps me do a lot of cleaning and clean up around the house. 🙂

    10. Jacqui Odell

      December 12, 2016 at 6:04 pm

      This sounds amazing! I love breakfast food! I can eat them anytime.

    11. Divya @ Eat Teach Blog

      December 12, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      5 stars
      I'm such a huge fan of casseroles. I can just dump, bake, and go to town! And, best part is that there's usually leftovers!

    12. Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place

      December 10, 2016 at 6:47 am

      5 stars
      This will be a great thing to cook the on Christmas Eve for Christmas morning breakfast. I love that its such a versatile recipe, my family will love this!

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