Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole

Name: Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound ground breakfast sausage (or vegan equivalent), BROWNED AND DRAINED; 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or vegan equivalent); 6 eggs, lightly beaten (or an equivalent amount of egg whites); ¼ cup of butter (melted); 2 cups milk (or vegan equivalent); 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard; 1/2 teaspoon salt (optional depending on the salt content of the sausage and cheese you use.)

February 22, 2026

Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole

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Cuisine

American

Author

Robert Moreland

Servings

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

35 minutes

Calories

661

For the perfect morning that doesn't feel heavy or rushed, the Overnight Breakfast Sausage Casserole from Brew and Feed is an ideal solution. This recipe is specifically designed to lighten your morning load by shifting the preparation to the night before, allowing you to wake up to a stress-free, hearty meal.

Why This Recipe Fits Your Routine

A major theme of a "morning-light" routine is preparing ahead of time to avoid decision fatigue and frantic scrambling in the AM. This dish embodies that philosophy:

Prep Once, Relax Twice: Spend just 15 minutes preparing the ingredients in the evening. By the time you wake up, the "heavy lifting" is already done.
Simple Ingredients: The recipe uses accessible staples like ground breakfast sausage, sharp cheddar cheese, eggs, and milk.
Minimal Cleanup: Because it is baked in a single dish, you won’t face a sink full of pots and pans during your morning recharge.
Adaptable for Everyone: The recipe is easily customizable with vegan equivalents for the sausage, cheese, and milk, ensuring a nutritious start regardless of dietary needs.

Recipe Quick Facts

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes at 400°F
Yield: 4 servings
Key Components: Protein (sausage), binder (eggs/milk), and a flavorful topping (sharp cheddar).

By incorporating this make-ahead meal into your evening routine, you can enjoy your morning coffee in peace while the oven does the work, helping you start your day feeling truly recharged.

Ingredients

1 pound ground breakfast sausage (or vegan equivalent), BROWNED AND DRAINED
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or vegan equivalent)
6 eggs, lightly beaten (or an equivalent amount of egg whites)
¼ cup of butter (melted)
2 cups milk (or vegan equivalent)
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional depending on the salt content of the sausage and cheese you use.)

Directions

Spread sausage in bottom of 12 X 8 X 2-inch baking dish and sprinkle with cheese.
Combine eggs, milk, butter, dry mustard and salt in a bowl and pour over sausage and cheese then refrigerate overnight.
Heat oven to 400°F. Bake casserole for 35 minutes or until set.