Breakfast Casserole Italian Way Recipe

Name: Breakfast Casserole Italian Way
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 loaf Stale Thick bread; 2 tbsp Butter- unsalted; 1 Olive oil; 1 each Small onion chopped; 2 clove Garlic minced; 1 lb Italian sausage; 1 bunch Fresh basil chopped; 8 each Large Eggs; 2 cup Whole milk; 2 tsp Fresh Thyme; 2 cup Cheddar Cheese; 1 cup Parmesan

Servings: persons

1/2 loaf Stale Thick bread
2 tbsp Butter- unsalted
1 Olive oil
1 each Small onion chopped
2 clove Garlic minced
1 lb Italian sausage
1 bunch Fresh basil chopped
8 each Large Eggs
2 cup Whole milk
2 tsp Fresh Thyme
2 cup Cheddar Cheese
1 cup Parmesan

1
Toast cubed bread lightly under broiler.
2
Set bread aside.
3
In skillet, three rounds olive oil and 2 Tbs butter.
4
Add opinions and garlic and saute for 3 minutes.
5
Add sausage and season lightly.
6
Add Basil when sausage is browned.
7
Take off heat.
8
In a separate bowl, whip eggs and milk.
9
Season with salt and pepper.
10
Add fresh Thyme.
11
Butter a large casserole dish.
12
Put bread on the bottom.
13
Next, top with sausage mixture.
14
Add cheddar.
15
Pour in egg mixture.
16
Top with parmigiana then panko crumbs.
17
Season lightly with salt and pepper.
18
Bake at 350F for 35 minutes until top had browned a bit.
19
serve hot.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 loaf Stale Thick bread, 2 tbsp Butter- unsalted, 1 Olive oil, 1 each Small onion chopped, and more.

Yes, Breakfast Casserole Italian Way falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Breakfast Casserole Italian Way

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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