Jamie Deen'S Breakfast Bake Recipe

Name: Jamie Deen'S Breakfast Bake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: butter (for greasing pan); 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage (casings removed); 1 medium onion (finely chopped); 1 medium red bell pepper (seeded and finely chopped); 1 lb French bread (rustic loaf, cut into 1-inch-thick cubes) or 1 lb Italian bread (rustic loaf, cut into 1-inch-thick cubes); 2 cups gruyere cheese, grated; 6 large eggs; 2 cups whole milk; 1 cup heavy cream; 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chives, plus more (to garnish, sliced); kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

Servings: persons

butter (for greasing pan)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage (casings removed)
1 medium onion (finely chopped)
1 medium red bell pepper (seeded and finely chopped)
1 lb French bread (rustic loaf, cut into 1-inch-thick cubes) or 1 lb Italian bread (rustic loaf, cut into 1-inch-thick cubes)
2 cups gruyere cheese, grated
6 large eggs
2 cups whole milk
1 cup heavy cream
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh chives, plus more (to garnish, sliced)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper

1
Butter a 4-quart baking dish.
2
In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the sausage, onions and bell peppers. Cook, while stirring, until the sausage is cooked through and crumbly and the onions and peppers are soft, about 6 minutes.
3
Add the bread to the prepared baking dish. Stir in the sausage and pepper mixture and the cheese, reserving a bit of cheese for the top.
4
In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cream, chives and some salt and pepper. Pour the mixture evenly over the bread and give a little stir to make sure it's evenly distributed. Sprinkle with the reserved cheese. Cover with plastic wrap and let soak for 30 minutes.
5
Remove the casserole from the refrigerator and let come to room temperature for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
6
Bake until the top is puffed and golden and a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean, about 1 hour. Garnish with more chopped chives before serving.

983

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Protein

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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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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: butter (for greasing pan), 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 lb hot Italian turkey sausage (casings removed), 1 medium onion (finely chopped), and more.

Yes, Jamie Deen'S Breakfast Bake 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.

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Jamie Deen'S Breakfast Bake

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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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