Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This breakfast casserole is not only low-fat and easy to prepare, but it's also a great make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish. Prepare the casserole overnight, then bake in the morning for a hearty and piping hot meal. For more recipes like this one, see our complete breakfast and brunch recipe collection. Ingredients:
8 ounces ciabatta bread, cut into 1-inch cubes |
cooking spray |
1 pound turkey breakfast sausage |
1/2 cup chopped green onions |
1 1/4 cups fat-free milk |
1 cup (4 ounces) reduced-fat shredded sharp cheddar cheese |
2 large eggs |
1 (8-ounce) carton egg substitute |
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley |
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 400°.
2. Arrange bread cubes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 8 minutes or until toasted.
3. Heat a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray. Add sausage to pan; cook 6 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. Combine sausage, bread, and onions in a large bowl. Combine milk, cheese, eggs, and egg substitute in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add milk mixture to bread mixture, tossing to coat bread. Spoon mixture into a 2-quart baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
4. Preheat oven to 350°.
5. Uncover casserole. Bake at 350° for 50 minutes or until set and lightly browned. Sprinkle with parsley; serve immediately.
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