Description
The Easy Loaded Biscuit Breakfast Casserole is a delightful twist on classic breakfast fare. This hearty dish combines flaky biscuit pieces with a flavorful egg mixture, making it a perfect choice for brunch or a cozy weekend breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1 can (8 ounce) refrigerated biscuit dough
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/2 cup diced onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 375°F to get it hot and ready for baking.
2. Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter to ensure the casserole doesn’t stick.
3. Cut Biscuits: Tear the biscuit dough into small pieces and spread them evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
4. Mix Eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well blended.
5. Add Fillings: Fold in the crumbled sausage, diced bell peppers, diced onions, and half of the cheddar cheese to the egg mixture.
6. Pour Mixture: Carefully pour the egg and filling mixture over the biscuit pieces in the baking dish, spreading it evenly.
7. Top with Cheese: Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese generously over the top.
8. Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top has turned a lovely golden brown.
9. Serve Hot: Allow it to cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving warm to your eager guests!
Notes
To ensure your Easy Loaded Biscuit Breakfast Casserole is a success, consider these handy tips:
– Choosing the Right Sausage: Opt for a flavorful sausage like breakfast sausage or even turkey sausage for a leaner option.
– Alternative Ingredients: If you need to cater to dietary preferences, consider swapping out the sausage for mushrooms or spinach for a vegetarian delight.
– Achieving the Best Texture: Ensure that the biscuit pieces are small and evenly distributed for even baking. Avoid overcrowding the dish.
– Letting it Cool: Don’t rush to slice; letting the casserole cool slightly before serving allows it to firm up, making it easier to cut into neat squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 200mg