Kick-start your holiday mornings with a delectable selection of breakfast dishes inspired by the culinary expertise of Jimmy Dean. From the classic Southern-style biscuits and gravy to the indulgent baked French toast and flavorful breakfast casserole, this collection offers a range of tempting recipes to satisfy every craving. Whether you prefer a sweet or savory start to your day, these dishes are sure to impress your family and friends.
Indulge in the comforting warmth of Jimmy Dean's signature biscuits and gravy, featuring fluffy buttermilk biscuits smothered in a creamy, sausage-infused gravy. For a touch of sweetness, dive into the baked French toast, where thick slices of bread are soaked in a rich custard mixture and baked to golden perfection. Savor the hearty goodness of the breakfast casserole, a casserole of eggs, sausage, hash browns, and cheese that's perfect for a crowd.
For a lighter option, try the refreshing yogurt parfait, layered with creamy yogurt, fresh berries, and crunchy granola. Or, opt for the classic pancakes and sausage, where fluffy pancakes are paired with savory sausage patties for a satisfying breakfast staple. Complete your meal with a refreshing orange juice and a hot cup of coffee or tea, and relish the perfect holiday breakfast experience.
JIMMY DEAN BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Breakfast is a breeze with this all in one breakfast casserole that has sausage, eggs, cheese, bread. If you like, add tomatoes and mushrooms too!
Provided by JimmyDean
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips Jimmy Dean
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 F. In large skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until thoroughly cooked and no longer pink. In large mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, mustard and salt; stir well.
- Distribute half the bread evenly in a buttered 9 x 13 x 2 inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half the pepper, half the cheese, half the sausage and half of each optional ingredient. Repeat layering using remaining bread, pepper, cheese, sausage and optional ingredients. Pour egg mixture evenly over casserole.
- Bake uncovered for 55-60 minutes, or until eggs are set. Tent with foil if top begins to brown too quickly.
JIMMY DEAN BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
Great for brunch and special occasions. This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 12 hours before baking. Try omitting the mushrooms and tomatoes and adding fresh spinach and canned artichokes and 1/2 cup Swiss cheese for a different flavor.
Provided by Barb G.
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h25m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- In a large skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until throughly cooked and no longer pink.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, mustard and salt; stir well.
- Distribute half of the bread evenly in a buttered 9 by 13x2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with half the pepper, half the cheese, half the sausage and half of the optional ingredients.
- Repeat layering using remaining bread, pepper, cheese, sausage and optional ingredients.
- Pour egg mixture evenly over casserole; Bake uncovered for 55 to 60 minutes, or until eggs are set; tent with release foil if top begins to brown to quickly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 750.7, Fat 54.1, SaturatedFat 23.4, Cholesterol 462.9, Sodium 1645.5, Carbohydrate 27.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 2.4, Protein 37.3
CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST SAUSAGE CASSEROLE
My mom has always made this for us on Christmas morning, and since we only have it once a year it makes it even more good. It is so delicious, and everyone enjoys it! When I double the recipe I use 1 pound regular sausage and 1 pound sage sausage.
Provided by M.K. Meredith
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Eggs
Time 9h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Crumble sausage into a medium skillet. Cook over medium heat until evenly brown; drain.
- In a medium bowl, mix together mustard powder, salt, eggs and milk. Add the sausage, bread cubes, and cheese, and stir to coat evenly. Pour into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator for 8 hours, or overnight.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Cover, and bake 45 to 60 minutes. Uncover, and reduce temperature to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until set.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.8 calories, Carbohydrate 13.4 g, Cholesterol 160.1 mg, Fat 26 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 21.5 g, SaturatedFat 11.9 g, Sodium 1015.4 mg, Sugar 4 g
JIMMY DEAN HOLIDAY BREAKFAST
I make this for our Thanksgiving & Christmas morning breakfast. My kids, daughters-in-laws, grandkids & hubby loves this casserole.Great for brunch and special occasions. This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated up to 12 hours before baking.
Provided by Cathy Evans Mauricio
Categories Breakfast Casseroles
Time 1h30m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 325 F. In a large mixing bowl, combine eggs, milk, mustard & salt. Distribute half of the bread evenly in a buttered 9x13x2 baking dish. Sprinkle with half the pepper, half cheese, half the sausage & half of each ingredient. Repeat layering using remaining bread, pepper, cheese, sausage & ingredients. Pour egg mixture over casserole. Bake uncovered for 55-60 min. til eggs are set. Tent with foil if top begins to brown too quickly. Makes 3 servings. Can be made the night before and refrigerated before baking.
COPYCAT, JIMMY DEAN BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
This is nice for them special days, Christmas, Easter, fathers day, or any day. It's made the night before, just pop it in the oven in the morning.
Provided by Cooking for ONE 2
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place croutons in greased 9x13 pan.
- Brown sausage and drain, place over croutons.
- Add cheese on top of sausage.
- Beat eggs with mustard and 2 1/2 cups milk and pour over. Refrigerate overnight.
- Dilute soup with 1/2 cup milk and pour over before baking 350 degrees for 1 1/2 hours.
- Let stand 5 to 10 minutes before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 994.5, Fat 75.6, SaturatedFat 32.9, Cholesterol 368.9, Sodium 2100.5, Carbohydrate 33.4, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 2.9, Protein 44.2
SAUSAGE, CRANBERRY, AND BISCUIT BREAKFAST BAKE
This hearty Jimmy Dean® Sausage breakfast bake has a hint of sweetness with the addition of dried cranberries. The flavors are perfect for holiday mornings in the fall and winter.
Provided by fabeveryday
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Breakfast Casserole Recipes
Time 45m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Add sausage to a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir with a spatula, breaking apart the sausage until cooked, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate and set aside.
- Whisk milk, water, and gravy mix together in the same saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until the gravy reaches a boil and thickens, about 8 minutes. Turn off heat and stir in the crumbled sausage.
- Tear biscuits into pieces. Spread 1/2 of the biscuit pieces in an even layer in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the sausage and gravy mixture over the biscuits. Place the remaining biscuit pieces evenly on top. Sprinkle the dried cranberries over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven until the biscuits are golden, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 290.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.5 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 763.8 mg, Sugar 13.9 g
HOLIDAY SAUSAGE AND SWEET POTATO BREAKFAST CASSEROLE
All of your favorite holiday ingredients are in this breakfast casserole... Jimmy Dean® sausage, sweet potatoes, spinach, and rosemary. Easy to make ahead the night before and pop it in the oven in the morning!
Provided by Ms. Chef Esh
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Breakfast Casserole Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Combine sweet potatoes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper on a large baking sheet in a single, even layer; toss to coat well.
- Bake in the preheated oven until slightly browned, about 30 minutes.
- Meanwhile, heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add onion and red pepper; cook and stir until translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and stir for 1 more minute. Transfer mixture to a medium mixing bowl.
- Heat the same skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausage; cook and break apart with a spatula until cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain sausage and add to the bowl with the veggie mixture. Add spinach, mozzarella cheese, and rosemary to the mixture.
- Gently whisk eggs, milk, and remaining kosher salt and black pepper together in a bowl until well combined. Pour over the sausage and veggie mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Place roasted potatoes in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Pour the veggie and sausage mixture evenly over top.
- Bake, uncovered, in the preheated oven until eggs are set in the center, about 50 minutes. If the egg mixture starts to brown, put a loose sheet of aluminum foil over the baking dish to cover it.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.4 g, Cholesterol 269.3 mg, Fat 25 g, Fiber 2.3 g, Protein 19 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 1164.4 mg, Sugar 4 g
Tips:
- Prep in advance: Many of these recipes can be prepped the night before, such as the Overnight Casserole or the Make-Ahead Pancakes. This saves time and stress on Christmas morning.
- Use quality ingredients: Fresh, high-quality ingredients will make a big difference in the flavor of your dishes. This is especially important for the main ingredients, such as the ham, bacon, and eggs.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: These recipes are just a starting point. Feel free to add your own personal touches, such as different spices or herbs.
- Keep it simple: Don't try to do too much on Christmas morning. Choose a few recipes that you know you can handle and that your family will enjoy.
- Make it a family affair: Cooking Christmas breakfast can be a fun family activity. Get everyone involved in the preparation and cooking, and enjoy the time spent together.
Conclusion:
With a little planning and preparation, you can create a delicious and memorable Christmas breakfast that your family will love. Whether you choose to make a classic dish like French toast or ham and eggs, or something more unique like a breakfast casserole or cinnamon rolls, there's sure to be something for everyone to enjoy. So relax, enjoy the holiday season, and let the smell of a delicious breakfast fill your home on Christmas morning.
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