Maple-Bacon Breakfast Sausage Casserole
A hearty casserole featuring crumbled bacon, sausage, and eggs baked with cheddar cheese and herbs for a satisfying morning meal. This american-inspired breakfast ready in about 55 minutes combines bacon, breakfast sausage, eggs into a breakfast that fuels the morning without the midday crash — make-ahead-friendly and balanced enough to anchor the first meal of the day. Each serving lands at about 410 calories and feeds 6, so it sits comfortably in a weekly breakfast rotation alongside fruit, yogurt, or coffee. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon
- 12 oz breakfast sausage
- 6 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 8 oz hash browns
- 2 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 375°F. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook 6 chopped bacon slices and 12 oz crumbled breakfast sausage for 8 minutes until bacon is crisp and sausage is browned; drain and set aside.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, 1/2 cup milk, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 3: Spread 8 oz uncooked frozen hash browns in a 9x13-inch baking dish, then top with the cooked bacon and sausage mixture. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top.
- Step 4: Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole, then dot with 2 tbsp melted butter. Bake for 35-40 minutes until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Maple-Bacon Breakfast Sausage Casserole take to make?
Total time is about 55 minutes (15 min prep + 40 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a busy morning; prep components the night before to save active time.
How do I store leftover Maple-Bacon Breakfast Sausage Casserole?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven; egg- or grain-based items may need a splash of milk or water to refresh texture. Cold-served items (overnight oats, smoothies) keep 2–3 days in the fridge.
Can I substitute ingredients in Maple-Bacon Breakfast Sausage Casserole?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Maple-Bacon Breakfast Sausage Casserole for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Maple-Bacon Breakfast Sausage Casserole?
American breakfast like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★★
My whole family loved this.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
