Description
Savor the comfort of Sausage Breakfast Strata, a delightful breakfast casserole that layers tangy sourdough bread, savory Italian sausage, and rich custardy eggs. Perfect for brunch gatherings or lazy mornings, this dish captivates with gooey cheese and vibrant vegetables. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, it transforms simple ingredients into a memorable breakfast experience your family and friends will adore.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups sourdough bread, cubed
- 1 lb Italian sausage (sweet or spicy)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups shredded cheese (sharp cheddar & mozzarella blend)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup bell peppers, diced (any color)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage, breaking it into pieces.
- Add diced onion and bell peppers to the skillet; sauté until tender.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk; season with salt and pepper.
- In a baking dish, combine cubed sourdough bread with the sautéed sausage mixture. Pour egg mixture over everything evenly.
- Top with shredded cheese.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 210mg