Cranberry Sausage & Stuffing Breakfast Casserole
A delicious and easy breakfast casserole combining savory sausage, stuffing, and sweet cranberries, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or chicken)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1 6 oz box stuffing mix (herb-seasoned preferred)
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- ½ cup shredded cheddar or Swiss cheese
- 1 tbsp butter (for greasing)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- fresh thyme or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it’s browned and crumbly. Once cooked, drain any excess fat from the skillet.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, dry stuffing mix, and dried cranberries.
Mixing
- In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the egg mixture over the stuffing, sausage, and cranberry mixture. Stir till evenly combined, then fold in the shredded cheese.
Baking
- Transfer the mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes.
- Uncover and continue baking for an additional 10–15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and set.
- Let it rest for about 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley if desired.
Notes
Ensure the oven is preheated properly and allow the casserole to rest after baking to set it for easier serving. Overcooking can lead to a dry casserole.
