Breakfast Casserole for One: Hearty and Easy Morning Dish Recipe
Introduction
This single-serving breakfast casserole makes a hearty, hands-off morning meal you can prepare ahead. With sausage, bread, cheese, and eggs, it comes together quickly and bakes into a comforting, savory start to your day.
Ingredients
- 6 ounces ground pork sausage (cooked and drained of fat)
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 cups cubed French bread
- ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack cheese)
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. Add the milk, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine.
- Step 3: Butter a 5×5-inch baking dish. Add the cubed bread in an even layer.
- Step 4: Scatter the cooked sausage and shredded cheese over the bread.
- Step 5: Slowly pour the egg mixture over everything, gently pressing the bread down with the back of a spoon so each cube absorbs the liquid.
- Step 6: Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
- Step 7: Take the casserole out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Step 8: Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the dish on a rimmed baking sheet, cover with foil, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the egg is set in the center.
- Step 9: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips & Variations
- Prepare the casserole the night before and bake in the morning for a quick, comforting breakfast.
- Use day-old bread for better soaking and texture, or swap in a light sourdough for a different flavor.
- Try adding chopped green onions or a pinch of paprika for extra zing.
Storage
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the microwave or a low oven until warmed through.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I freeze the casserole?
Yes, you can freeze an unbaked casserole. Wrap it tightly and allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before baking.
How long can leftovers be stored?
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat until the center is hot and the cheese is melty.
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Breakfast Casserole for One: Hearty and Easy Morning Dish Recipe
- Total Time: 45 min
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
Description
A cozy, single-serving breakfast casserole featuring sausage, eggs, bread cubes, and melted cheese baked to a fluffy, savory morning dish.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 6 ounces ground pork sausage (cooked and drained of fat)
- 1 large egg
- ¾ cup milk
- ⅛ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- 2 cups cubed French bread
- ½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack cheese)
Instructions
- Brown the sausage. In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
- Prepare the egg mixture. In a small bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. Add the milk, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine.
- Assemble in dish. Butter a 5×5-inch baking dish. Add the cubed bread in an even layer.
- Add fillings. Scatter the cooked sausage and shredded cheese over the bread.
- Absorb the liquid. Slowly pour the egg mixture over everything, gently pressing the bread down with the back of a spoon so each cube absorbs the liquid.
- Chill (optional for best flavor). Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
- Bring to room temperature. Take the casserole out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Bake. Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the dish on a rimmed baking sheet, cover with foil, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the egg is set in the center.
- Rest and serve. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This recipe can be made ahead and refrigerated; bake when ready to eat for a quick breakfast.
- Leftovers can be frozen unbaked and baked straight from the freezer after thawing overnight.
- You can swap the cheese for a sharper cheddar or a mild Monterey Jack depending on your taste.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 30 min
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
