Maple Sausage and Apple Breakfast Bake

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  • Prep Time

    20 mins

  • Cook Time

    1 hr

  • Total Time

    1 hr 20 mins

  • Servings

    9 people

  • Calories

    512 kcal

  • Course

    Breakfast, Brunch

  • Cuisine

    American

Maple Sausage and Apple Breakfast Bake

A sweet and savory brunch casserole that will warm you from the inside out!

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Ingredients

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  • 1 lb. maple breakfast sausage (such as Jimmy Dean brand or Johnsonville brand)
  • ½ cup finely diced sweet onion
  • 2 cups peeled and diced apples (such as Granny Smith or Honey Crisp)
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon-sugar
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 3 cups milk
  • 1 cup Bisquick (or other all-purpose baking mix)
  • ½ cup (1 stick) butter, melted and slightly cooled
  • Optional, for serving: warm maple syrup
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Instructions

  1. If the sausage is in links, remove the casings. Brown the sausage and onion in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking up the sausage with a wooden spoon, until the sausage is no longer pink and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the sausage and onion to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and cool while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
  2. Grease or spray a 9 x 13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray. In the prepared dish, layer the apples first, and then sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar. Add the sausage and onion over top; sprinkle with cheese.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Bisquick, and melted butter. Pour over the layered ingredients in the dish. Bake right away, or cover and refrigerate overnight until ready to bake. When ready to bake, if the casserole has been chilled, place the baking dish on the counter to come to room temp for at least 30-60 minutes.
  4. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake, uncovered, for 45 minutes – 1 hour, until set. Tent the dish loosely with foil if it starts to get too dark before the casserole is done. Serve with warm maple syrup, if desired.

Notes

  • Use whole milk, 2% milk, or cream for this recipe. I don’t recommend lower-fat or fat-free alternatives, since the fat in the milk or cream helps create the rich egg custard for the dish.
  • Choose a firm-flesh apple, such as Granny Smith green tart apples or Honey Crisp apples for the best texture.
  • Cover. The casserole needs about 45 minutes - 1 hour, depending on the type of dish and your individual oven. This long baking time gives the cheese on top a chance to get really crispy and brown. If you prefer a lighter crust on your casserole, tent loosely with foil about halfway through baking.
  • Garnish. I like to add a bright, fresh garnish to the casserole just before serving. Chopped fresh parsley is nice, but just about any of your favorite herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or sage) will work.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1/9 of the casserole Calories 512kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 22g (44%) Fat 39g (60%) Saturated Fat 18g (90%) Polyunsaturated Fat 3g Monounsaturated Fat 13g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 219mg (73%) Sodium 821mg (34%) Potassium 368mg (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 10g (20%) Vitamin A 881IU (18%) Vitamin C 2mg (2%) Calcium 326mg (33%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 9people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 512 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1/9 of the casserole
Calories 512kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 22g 44%
Fat 39g 60%
Saturated Fat 18g 90%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3g 18%
Monounsaturated Fat 13g 65%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 219mg 73%
Sodium 821mg 34%
Potassium 368mg 8%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 10g 20%
Vitamin A 881IU 18%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 326mg 33%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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