Best 7 Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole Recipes

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In the realm of breakfast indulgence, allow us to introduce you to a culinary masterpiece that promises a delightful start to your day - the Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole. This versatile and customizable dish seamlessly blends creamy eggs, savory fillings, and a crispy golden crust, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. As you delve into the recipes featured in this article, you'll discover a treasure trove of breakfast casseroles, each with its unique character and charm. Whether you prefer a classic sausage and cheese casserole, a veggie-packed delight, or a decadent French toast casserole, this culinary journey has something for every palate.

1. **Classic Sausage and Cheese Casserole:** This timeless recipe is a hearty and flavorful combination of eggs, ground sausage, a medley of cheeses, and a crispy breadcrumb topping. Prepare it ahead of time and enjoy a hot, satisfying breakfast that will keep you energized throughout the morning.

2. **Veggie-Packed Breakfast Casserole:** Embrace a healthier start to your day with this vibrant casserole brimming with colorful vegetables, such as spinach, bell peppers, mushrooms, and zucchini. Topped with a fluffy egg mixture and a sprinkling of cheese, this casserole is a nutritious and delicious way to kick off your day.

3. **Decadent French Toast Casserole:** Indulge in a luxurious breakfast treat with this French toast casserole that combines pillowy bread cubes, a creamy custard filling, and a hint of cinnamon. Baked to perfection, this casserole offers a delightful fusion of textures and flavors that will make you forget all about your typical morning routine.

4. **Southwestern Breakfast Casserole:** Embark on a culinary adventure with this Southwestern-inspired casserole featuring a blend of chorizo, black beans, corn, and a zesty blend of spices. Topped with a layer of fluffy eggs and a sprinkling of cheese, this casserole is a fiesta of flavors that will transport your taste buds to the vibrant Southwest.

5. **Easy Overnight Breakfast Casserole:** Experience the convenience of a hassle-free breakfast with this overnight casserole. Simply assemble the layers of bread, eggs, cheese, and your favorite fillings the night before, refrigerate, and wake up to a ready-to-bake casserole that will fill your kitchen with enticing aromas.

With these versatile recipes at your fingertips, you can bid farewell to boring breakfasts and embrace a world of flavor-packed casseroles that will make every morning a culinary celebration.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

MAKE AHEAD BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Mmm mmm good! This is a must do for every holiday in my household, or just when you have guests overnight! Can be made with egg substitute, skim milk and turkey sausage to make it healthier!

Provided by Shannon Marie

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes     Eggs

Time 1h20m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 ½ cups seasoned croutons
1 pound spicy pork sausage
4 eggs
2 ¼ cups milk
1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped spinach - thawed, drained and squeezed dry
1 (4.5 ounce) can mushrooms, drained and chopped
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
¼ teaspoon dry mustard
2 sprigs fresh parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Spread croutons on bottom of greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Crumble sausage into medium skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned, stirring occasionally. Drain off any drippings. Spread sausage over croutons.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together eggs and milk until well blended. Stir in soup, spinach, mushrooms, cheeses and mustard. Pour egg mixture over sausage and croutons. Refrigerate overnight.
  • The next morning, preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Bake in preheated oven for 50 to 55 minutes or until set and lightly browned on top. Garnish with parsley sprigs and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14 g, Cholesterol 132.3 mg, Fat 32.4 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 18.2 g, SaturatedFat 13.4 g, Sodium 882.3 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

MAKE AHEAD EASY CHEESE-FREE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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A variation of Diane in Nebraska's Breakfast Casserole recipe. Great for large groups or working parents. Have the kids help with prep the night before, bake in the morning while the family gets ready for the day. Double the cheese if you want to make the entire pan cheesy. Gives you something to wake up for, and leftovers that work for any time of the day! Also a great option for Breakfast for Dinner night.

Provided by more time momma

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h15m

Yield 1 9x13 casserole, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup butter
12 eggs
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
6 cups o'brien frozen potatoes (1/2-inch potato cubes, onions, peppers)
1 cup skim milk
16 ounces ground pork breakfast sausage, cooked
8 ounces sliced mushrooms
1 1/2 cups cheddar cheese (double this if you are making the whole pan cheesy) (optional)

Steps:

  • Spray a 9"x13" baking pan with non-stick cooking spray.
  • Melt butter and drizzle in the bottom of the pan.
  • Spread the potato cubes mixed with onions and peppers (I use Ore Ida's Potatoes O' Brien) in the bottom of the pan.
  • Layer mushrooms, meat and any additional vegetables you would like. At this point you might like to add the optional cheese. We usually make half the pan cheesy.
  • Whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper.
  • Pour egg mixture evenly over the top.
  • Cover and refrigerate overnight.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 for 1 hour until set.

MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h13m

Yield 10-12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb. Bob Evans Original Recipe Sausage Roll
21/2 cups seasoned croutons
4 eggs
21/4 cups milk
1 can (101/2 oz.) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 package (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry
1 can (4 oz.) mushrooms, drained and chopped
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 tsp. dry mustard
Fresh herb sprigs and carrot strips (optional)
Picante sauce or salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • Spread croutons on bottom of greased 13" x 9" baking dish. Crumble and cook sausage in medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain. Spread over croutons. Whisk eggs and milk in bowl until blended. Stir in soup, spinach, mushrooms, cheeses and mustard. Pour egg mixture over sausage and croutons. Refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 325F. Bake egg mixture 50-55 minutes or until set and lightly browned on top. Garnish with herb sprigs and carrot, if desired. Serve hot with picante sauce, if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.;

COUNTRY CLUB EGGS- A GREAT MAKE AHEAD BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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I've tried alot of breakfast casserole recipe but this is the one that my family loves and I always come back to. We always have this on Christmas morning and it's also good for a make ahead dinner on a busy week night. I usually serve this with fruit of some kind and either a sweet roll or coffee cake.

Provided by jillcomeau

Categories     Breakfast

Time 1h5m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb pork sausage
8 eggs, lightly beaten
6 slices firm white bread, cubed
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dry mustard
2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Brown sausage in skillet, stirring until browned and crumbled. Then drain.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and mix well.
  • Pour mixture into a greased 9x13 casserole dish.
  • Regfrigerate at least 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Bake for 45 minutes or until center tests done.

CHRISTMAS BREAKFAST CASSEROLE {MAKE AHEAD}



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The base has loads of bread in it, but all you taste is omelette. Light and fluffy with a delicious topping. This breakfast casserole is perfect as it can be made up to 24 hours ahead.

Provided by Linda Nortje

Categories     Breakfast Casseroles

Time 1h30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 c white bread chunks, crusts removed
2 c cheddar cheese
10 eggs
3 c milk
1 tsp mustard powder
1 tsp salt
1 Tbsp dried onion flakes
black pepper, to taste
250 g mushrooms, sliced
250 g bacon bits, cooked

Steps:

  • 1. Please visit http://withablast.com/2013/12/christmas-breakfast-casserole-make-ahead.html for Directions.

MAKE AHEAD SAUSAGE BREAKFAST CASSEROLE



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I created this for the "Ladies Sunday School" Breakfast. It was a great "do ahead and pop it into the oven" while you get dressed for church recipe. They loved it.

Provided by Donna Pults

Categories     Breakfast Casseroles

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 lb breakfast sausage
1/2 tsp prepared minced garlic
10 medium eggs
1 c milk
1 bunch green onions
1 Tbsp dry mustard
1/2 tsp salt and pepper
1/2 Tbsp italian blend seasoning
4 c 1 bag of refrigerated seasoned hash browns (not frozen type)

Steps:

  • 1. Brown the sausage with garlic, then remove unwanted grease.
  • 2. Make your "egg mixture" in a medium bowl with eggs, milk, green onions, dry mustard, salt, and black pepper, Italian seasoning blend. Whisk to combine.
  • 3. Spray a 9x13 casserole dish with non stick spray. Add the hash browns on bottom and spread out evenly. Next, top with the browned sausage.
  • 4. Pour "egg mixture" evenly over the sausage. Top with the shredded sharp cheese. Place in refrigerator for overnight.
  • 5. In the morning - preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Place casserole in preheated oven and bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes, or until eggs have set up (test the middle of the casserole with a knife). Let casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes, cut and serve.

BOB EVANS MAKE-AHEAD BREAKFAST CASSEROLE RECIPE - (5/5)



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Provided by rossboys

Number Of Ingredients 12

5 oz bag seasoned croutons
1 lb Bob Evans Original Recipe Sausage Roll
4 eggs
2 1/4 cups milk
1 can (10-1/2oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
1 pkg (10oz) frozen chopped spinach, thawed & squeezed dry
1 can (4oz) mushrooms, drained & chopped
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
1/4 tsp dry mustard
Fresh herb sprigs and carrot strips (optional)
Picante sauce or salsa (optional)

Steps:

  • Spread croutons on bottom of greased 13"x9" baking dish. Crumble and cook sausage in medium skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain off any drippings. Spread over croutons. Whisk eggs and milk in bowl until blended. Stir in soup, spinach, mushrooms, cheese and mustard. Pour egg mixture over sausage and croutons. Refrigerate overnight. Preheat oven to 325deg. Bake egg mixture 50-55 minutes or until set and lightly browned on top. Garnish with herb sprigs and carrots, if desired. Serve hot with picante sauce, if desired.

Tips:

  • Use a variety of vegetables in your casserole, such as chopped peppers, onions, mushrooms, or spinach. This will add flavor and nutrients to the dish.
  • If you are using raw vegetables, be sure to cook them before adding them to the casserole. This will help to ensure that they are cooked through and safe to eat.
  • Season the casserole generously with salt and pepper. You can also add other herbs and spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
  • Use a good quality cheese that melts well. Some good options include cheddar, mozzarella, or Swiss cheese.
  • If you are using a breadcrumb topping, be sure to butter the breadcrumbs before adding them to the casserole. This will help them to brown and crisp up in the oven.
  • Bake the casserole until it is golden brown and bubbly. The cooking time will vary depending on the size and depth of your casserole dish.

Conclusion:

Make-ahead breakfast casseroles are a great way to save time and energy in the morning. They are also a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. With so many different recipes to choose from, you are sure to find one that you and your family will love.

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