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Lazy Sunday Brunch Solution: Cheesy Sausage Casserole

Are you tired of sacrificing precious weekend sleep for a delicious breakfast? Do you dream of a stress-free Sunday morning with a mouthwatering meal waiting for you? Look no further! Our slow cooker cheesy sausage breakfast casserole is the perfect solution for a relaxing day at home.

Prep Ahead for a Hassle-Free Morning

This recipe offers flexibility to fit your schedule. You can prepare the ingredients the night before, refrigerate them, and then pour the mixture into the slow cooker in the morning. Alternatively, start cooking right before bedtime, and wake up to a ready-to-devour casserole.

A Perfect Base for a Chill Day

Imagine lounging at home, sipping rosé, enjoying a cold beer, or snacking on a refreshing cucumber salad. This casserole is the ideal companion for a lazy day, providing a satisfying and filling meal.

Recipe Details

Yields: 6 to 8 servings
Difficulty: Easy
Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
Active Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 pound uncooked pork breakfast sausage, casings removed
• 12 large eggs
• 2 1/2 cups whole milk
• 2 teaspoons ground mustard (such as Colman’s)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 6 ounces French or sourdough baguette, cut into 3/4-inch cubes (about 5 1/2 cups)
• 3/4 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 3/4 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• Cooking spray

Cooking Instructions

1. Sausage Preparation
   Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat until shimmering. Add the sausage and cook, breaking up the meat into smaller pieces with a wooden spoon, until it’s no longer pink and is starting to brown, about 10 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
2. Egg Mixture
   Place the eggs in a large bowl and whisk until they’re broken up. Add the milk, mustard, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine.
3. Combine Ingredients
   Add the reserved sausage, bread, and cheeses to the egg mixture and stir to combine.
4. Slow Cooker Assembly
   Coat a medium or large slow cooker with cooking spray and pour in the casserole mixture. Cook for 4 hours on high.