Zucchini-Sausage Brunch Casserole Recipe

Name: Zucchini-Sausage Brunch Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 -6 large Italian sausages (casings removed); 7 green onions, chopped (or use 1 medium yellow onion); 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste); 2 medium zucchini, diced; 1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped; seasoning salt (or use white salt); black pepper; Italian bread (cut into 1-inch cubes); 2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 7 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream (or use full-fat milk); grated parmesan cheese (any amount desired)

Servings: persons

5 -6 large Italian sausages (casings removed)
7 green onions, chopped (or use 1 medium yellow onion)
1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste)
2 medium zucchini, diced
1 (7 ounce) jar roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
seasoning salt (or use white salt)
black pepper
Italian bread (cut into 1-inch cubes)
2 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
7 large eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream (or use full-fat milk)
grated parmesan cheese (any amount desired)

1
Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish.
2
In a skillet cook the sausage meat until no longer pink; drain fat.
3
Add in the onions, garlic, zucchini; sate until the veggies are tender (about 4 minutes) season the mixture with seasoned salt or white salt and black pepper.
4
Add in the chopped roasted red bell peppers; cool slightly.
5
Spread about 4 cups bread cubes in the greased baking dish.
6
Top with HALF of the sausage mixture then HALF of the shredded cheese.
7
Repeat with remaining bread cubes, then remaining sausage and then remaining cheddar cheese.
8
In a bowl whisk together eggs with half and half cream; pour the egg mixture over the casserole.
9
Cover and chill for 8 hours.
10
Before baking sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
11
Bake covered in a 325 degree oven for about 50-60 minutes or until hot and bubbly.

932

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

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: 5 -6 large Italian sausages (casings removed), 7 green onions, chopped (or use 1 medium yellow onion), 1 tablespoon minced fresh garlic (or to taste), 2 medium zucchini, diced, and more.

Yes, Zucchini-Sausage Brunch Casserole 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!

Zucchini-Sausage Brunch Casserole

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Variations & substitutions

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