Christmas Morning Casserole

A slice of Christmas breakfast casserole served on a plate.

5 from 273 votes

Christmas Morning Casserole

This savory Christmas breakfast casserole with sausage, bread, & cheese is the perfect make-ahead dish for a stress-free holiday morning.

Prep Time15

Cook Time1 10

chill2

Total Time3 25

Course: Breakfast

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kristyn Merkley

Ingredients

1 pound ground pork sausage or maple sausage
½ teaspoon salt
6 eggs beaten
1- 1½ cups half and half
6 slices white bread, toasted and cut into cubes
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

Grease a 9x13 baking dish, set it aside.
In a large skillet cook the sausage over medium heat until browned, and drain.
In a large bowl mix the salt, eggs, and half and half. Then add the sausage, bread cubes, and cheese. Stir together until evenly coated.
Pour the mixture into the baking dish. Cover with foil and chill for at least 2 hours or overnight.
Preheat the oven to 350°F . Bake the casserole covered for 50-60 minutes.
Reduce the heat to 325°F. Uncover the casserole and bake for 20-30 additional minutes or until casserole has set.

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Notes

Recipe Notes:

Use stale or lightly toasted bread to avoid sogginess and give the casserole a hearty texture.
Try different cheeses like Swiss or mozzarella, or mix in veggies like peppers, broccoli, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
Cover with foil while baking, then uncover for the last 20–30 minutes to get a golden, cheesy top.

Freezable. Cover the uncooked casserole with plastic wrap and again with foil. Label and freeze for 1-2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before removing the wrappings and baking.

Leftovers. Divide into individual-sized storage containers. Keep in the fridge for 3-4 days, or in the freezer for 2-3 months.

For more substitutions and tips, check out the full recipe post

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