Description
This Crack Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and savory dish made with layers of ground meat, creamy egg mixture, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon bits, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground sausage or ground beef
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup sour cream or cream cheese
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup crispy bacon bits
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped onions or green chiles
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ground sausage or beef in a skillet until browned, then drain the excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, sour cream (or cream cheese), salt, and pepper.
- In a greased casserole dish, layer the cooked meat, followed by the egg mixture, and then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Top with crispy bacon bits.
- Bake in the oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be made ahead and reheated.
- Feel free to add veggies like bell peppers or spinach for added nutrients.
- It’s great for meal prep and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 210mg