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Ina Garten’s Easy Overnight Breakfast Casserole

Ina Garten’s Easy Overnight Breakfast Casserole for Cozy Mornings

Ina Garten’s Easy Overnight Breakfast Casserole is the ultimate dish for effortless mornings filled with warmth and comfort.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Chilling Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 8 slices Day-Old Artisan Bread Cubed
  • 6 large Large Eggs
  • 2 cups Whole Milk Can substitute for low-fat or non-dairy milk
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Optional
  • 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg Optional
  • 1 Tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce Optional
  • 1 pound Beef Breakfast Sausage Cooked
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Chopped
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Chopped
  • 2 cups Fresh Spinach Optional
  • 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing
  • 1 cup Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack or Gruyère Cheese
  • 1 Tablespoon Greasing Agent Butter or non-stick spray
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Chives or Parsley For garnish

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare ingredients by cutting the bread into cubes and cooking the beef breakfast sausage in a skillet until browned.
  2. Whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, mustard, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and Worcestershire sauce.
  3. Grease the baking dish and layer half of the bread, sausage, sautéed vegetables, and cheeses. Repeat the layering.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the layers and refrigerate overnight.
  5. Bake covered for 45 minutes, then uncover and bake for an additional 30-45 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes before serving with garnish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Use day-old bread for optimal absorption and customize fillings to your taste. Allow the casserole to rest before slicing for better texture.

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