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A golden brown cheesy egg casserole with Italian sausage and red peppers in a white baking dish.
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Cheesy Italian Egg Casserole

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 large egg s
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 lb Italian sausage, casings removed and browned
  • 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon sal t
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the Italian sausage until browned, breaking it into crumbles; drain excess fat.
  • In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion and bell pepper for 5 minutes until softened, adding the garlic in the last minute.
  • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, oregano, basil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  • Spread the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  • Sprinkle 3/4 cup of mozzarella cheese over the sausage and vegetable layer.
  • Pour the egg mixture over the ingredients in the baking dish.
  • Top with the remaining mozzarella and the grated parmesan cheese.
  • Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
  • Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.