How to Make the Best EGG CASSEROLE in Your City
Your City: This Egg Casserole is rich, cheesy, and packed with savory breakfast flavors. Perfect for feeding a crowd, meal prepping for the week, or serving at your next brunch gathering.
What Most People Don’t Know About Making EGG CASSEROLE
- Let the Bread Soak Before Baking: Allowing the mixture to rest for 10–15 minutes gives the bread time to absorb the egg mixture evenly, creating a rich, custard-like texture instead of dry or soggy spots.
- Cook Vegetables and Meat First: Pre-cooking vegetables and meat prevents excess moisture from making the casserole watery while also concentrating their flavor.
- Reserve Some Cheese for the Top: Saving a portion of the cheese for the top creates the golden-brown finish that makes a great breakfast casserole even better.
Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 to 1½ teaspoons Bald Buck Seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground mustard (optional)
- 5 cups day-old bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1½ cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1/2 cup sharp cheddar cheese, reserved for topping
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, bacon, or ham, chopped
- 1 cup sautéed vegetables (bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, spinach, or a combination)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for greasing the dish
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or oil.
- Mix the Egg Base: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Bald Buck Seasoning, black pepper, and ground mustard until smooth and fully combined.
- Combine the Ingredients: Add the bread cubes, cooked meat, sautéed vegetables, 1½ cups cheddar cheese, 1 cup mozzarella cheese, and half of the parsley or chives. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Let It Rest: Allow the mixture to rest for 10–15 minutes so the bread can absorb the egg mixture.
- Transfer to the Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it into an even layer.
- Add the Topping: Sprinkle the reserved 1/2 cup cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Bake for 40–45 minutes, or until the center is fully set and the top is golden brown. A knife inserted into the center should come out clean.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle the remaining parsley or chives over the top just before serving. Serve warm and enjoy.
Make-Ahead Option
Prepare the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
When ready to bake, remove it from the refrigerator while the oven preheats. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 50–60 minutes, or until the center is fully set and a knife inserted into the middle comes out clean.
