Amish Breakfast Casserole
This hearty sausage and egg bake is loaded with cheese, cubed bread, and savory flavor. A comforting make-ahead breakfast perfect for family mornings or brunch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45–50 minutes
- Total Time: ~1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch, Casserole
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American, Amish-Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Cubed day-old bread (French, sourdough, or sandwich bread)
1 lb breakfast sausage (crumbled)
8 large eggs
2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 small onion, diced
1 bell pepper, diced (optional)
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Butter or cooking spray (for greasing)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a skillet, cook sausage until browned. Drain excess fat.
Sauté diced onions (and bell peppers, if using) in the same skillet until softened.
Spread cubed bread evenly in the baking dish.
Layer sausage, onions/peppers, and shredded cheese on top.
In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Pour egg mixture evenly over the casserole. Press gently so bread absorbs the custard.
Let soak for 10–15 minutes (or refrigerate overnight if making ahead).
Bake uncovered for 45–50 minutes, or until golden on top and set in the center.
Let rest 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use stale bread for best texture—fresh bread may turn soggy.
Add mushrooms, spinach, or zucchini for a veggie boost.
Try Swiss, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for a cheese variation.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 4 days; reheat in oven or microwave.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/amish-breakfast-casserole/
