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Simple Sausage and Egg Bake

This simple sausage and egg bake is a high-protein breakfast casserole made with real, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for meal prep, holidays, or feeding a crowd, it’s easy to make and reheats beautifully.
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Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:35 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Keyword: sausage and egg bake, simple egg bake
Servings: 9 Servings

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup cottage cheese
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13 baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess grease and let cool slightly.
  3. In a blender, blend together eggs, milk, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
  4. Stir in cooked sausage and shredded cheese.
  5. Pour mixture into prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly.
  7. Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • You can assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate overnight before baking.
  • Let the bake cool completely before slicing for clean pieces.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4–5 days.