Certainly! Christmas breakfast casseroles are a festive and convenient way to serve a delicious morning meal to your family or guests. Here’s a basic recipe for a classic Christmas breakfast casserole:
Ingredients:
- 8 slices of bread, cubed (you can use white, whole wheat, or your favorite type)
- 1 pound (450g) breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup (100g) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups (475ml) milk
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup (60g) chopped green onions (optional)
- 1/4 cup (25g) chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350Β°F (175Β°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the cubed bread, cooked and crumbled sausage, and shredded cheeses. Toss the mixture to evenly distribute the ingredients.
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, pepper, and garlic powder if using.
- Pour the egg mixture over the bread and sausage mixture. Gently toss everything together to ensure the bread is well-coated.
- Let the mixture sit for about 10 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped green onions and fresh parsley on top for added flavor and color.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes or until the top is golden brown, and the center is set.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Slice and serve warm. You can accompany the casserole with additional toppings such as salsa, sour cream, or hot sauce if desired.
Feel free to customize this recipe by adding other ingredients like diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or different types of cheese based on your preferences. Enjoy your Christmas breakfast casserole!
