Breakfast Casserole with Side of Fruit

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare Oven and Potatoes

   • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
   • Place the diced potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Add 1 tsp of salt.
   • Bring to a boil and cook for 5-7 minutes, until just fork-tender but still firm. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
2. 2

   Cook Sausage and Vegetables

   • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork sausage, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink (about 8-10 minutes).
   • Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened.
   • Drain off any excess grease from the skillet and discard.
3. 3

   Prepare Egg Mixture

   • In a large bowl, whisk the 10 eggs until the yolks and whites are fully combined.
   • Whisk in the whole milk, 0.5 tsp salt, black pepper, dry mustard powder, and paprika until smooth.
4. 4

   Assemble the Casserole

   • Spread the drained, par-cooked potatoes in an even layer in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
   • Top with the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture.
   • Sprinkle 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage layer.
5. 5

   Bake the Casserole

   • Carefully pour the egg mixture over all the layers in the dish, ensuring it seeps into the gaps.
   • Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheese over the top.
   • Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set (a knife inserted near the center comes out clean) and the top is golden and bubbly.
6. 6

   Rest and Serve

   • Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10-15 minutes. This allows it to set for easier slicing.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley, slice, and serve warm.