Description
A make-ahead breakfast casserole layered with buttered bread, cheese, sausage, and green chiles, soaked in a seasoned egg custard for a rich and comforting dish.
Ingredients
- 6-8 slices plain white sandwich bread
- Butter, very soft
- 2 cups Jack cheese, shredded
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
- 12 ounces pork sausage, crumbled and browned
- 1 (4-ounce) can green chiles
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dry mustard
Instructions
- Prepare the bread: Remove the crusts from your bread slices and lightly butter one side of each piece. Arrange the bread butter-side-down in a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Add the cheese layer: Sprinkle the grated Jack and cheddar cheeses evenly over the bread layer.
- Layer the sausage and chiles: Scatter the browned sausage over the cheese and sprinkle the green chiles on top.
- Make the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and seasonings.
- Pour and soak: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole and cover it.
- Refrigerate overnight: Place in the refrigerator for at least 8 hours.
- Bake in the morning: Preheat the oven to 350°F, remove the cover, and bake for 50-60 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
Serve with fresh fruit, hash browns, or breakfast potatoes. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American