Paula Dean Breakfast Casserole
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Paula Dean Breakfast Casserole
Description
The Paula Dean Breakfast Casserole combines sliced white bread base, cooked maple-flavored sausage, and shredded cheddar cheese, all soaked in a mixture of eggs, milk, and seasonings. The custard mixture penetrates the bread and ingredients, resulting in a cohesive, firm yet tender bake once cooked.
Baked uncovered after a cold soak (around 8 hours or overnight in the refrigerator) allows flavors to meld and ensures even cooking. The baking results in a browned cheese top and a custard with savory notes from mustard powder, black pepper, and salt. The maple-flavored sausage adds a subtle sweetness.
This casserole reheats well and makes for a filling breakfast or brunch dish. The resting time after baking helps the casserole set before serving, improving texture.
Ingredients
- 1 Pound pork sausage ground, maple flavored
- 6 lices white bread
- 8 oz cheddar cheese shredded
- 8 egg large
- 2 cups milk whole
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder dry
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Spray a 9X13 baking pan with a non-stick cooking spray.
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium high heat until crumbly and browned. Drain off the excess grease.
- Cut the crust off the bread and cut the bread pieces in half. Layer the bread slices in a single layer in the bottom of the baking dish. Top the bread with the browned sausage and the shredded cheese.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, mustard, pepper and salt. Pour this mixture over the cheese in the casserole pan. Cover the dish and refrigerate for approximately 8 hours (overnight works great).
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Sit the casserole dish out at room temperature while the oven preheats.
- Uncover the casserole and bake for 40 minutes until the top of the casserole is golden brown. Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes and then it’s ready to serve and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to five days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 10Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 352 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 352kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 192mg | 64% |
| Sodium | 635mg | 26% |
| Potassium | 272mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 531IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 277mg | 28% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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