Easy Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole (Print Version)

A versatile breakfast casserole loaded with sausage, vegetables and cheese that you can prepare ahead. Perfect for busy mornings or brunches.

# Ingredients:

01 - Crusty bread, cubed (4 cups).
02 - Olive oil (1 teaspoon).
03 - Ground pork sausage (1 pound).
04 - Dried rosemary or Italian seasoning (1 teaspoon).
05 - Yellow onion, chopped (3/4 cup).
06 - Fresh garlic, minced (2 cloves).
07 - Bell peppers, chopped (2 cups).
08 - Fresh mushrooms, sliced (1 cup).
09 - Fresh spinach, roughly chopped (1 cup).
10 - Large eggs (12).
11 - Salt (1/4 teaspoon).
12 - Black pepper (1/8 teaspoon).
13 - Milk or half-and-half (2/3 cup).
14 - Cheddar cheese, shredded (1 cup).

# Instructions:

01 - Grease 9x13 baking dish and spread bread cubes in even layer.
02 - Brown sausage with seasonings in skillet over medium heat.
03 - Mix in onion, garlic, peppers, mushrooms and spinach until softened.
04 - Spread sausage mixture over bread cubes.
05 - Whisk eggs, milk, cheese, salt and pepper until well combined.
06 - Pour egg mixture evenly over sausage layer.
07 - Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes or overnight.
08 - Cook uncovered at 375°F for 40-45 minutes until golden and set.

# Notes:

01 - Can prep up to 24 hours ahead.
02 - Freezes well for up to 3 months.
03 - Can substitute hash browns for bread.
04 - Adaptable to different meats and vegetables.

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