Ingredients
Scale
- 8 cups day-old crusty bread, cubed
- 1 lb breakfast sausage or bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 cup diced onions, caramelized
- 1 cup diced bell peppers, sautéed
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp fresh thyme (or rosemary)
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: 1 tbsp maple syrup or brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook sausage or bacon until browned; sauté onions and peppers.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, cream, salt, pepper, nutmeg, and maple syrup if using.
- Layer half the bread cubes in a greased baking dish, followed by half the meat, vegetables, and cheese. Repeat layers.
- Pour custard evenly over casserole and press lightly to soak.
- Cover and let soak for 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight.
- Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes until set and golden.
- Let rest 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use day-old bread to prevent sogginess.
- Customize with your favorite cheese or veggies.
- Soaking time is key for best texture.
- Leftovers reheat well in oven or microwave.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast / Brunch
- Method: Oven-baked
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8-10
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 28g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 220mg