Effortless Breakfast Casseroles

Green Chile Strata

Ingredients

• 2 cups milk
• 2 cans chopped green chilies
• 4 cups grated Colby-Jack cheese
• 5 eggs, beaten
• 1 Tbsp. ground cumin
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. salt
• 3-6 flour tortillas

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
3. Cover the bottom of the dish with tortillas, cutting them to fit if necessary.
4. Sprinkle half of the chilies and cheese over the tortillas.
5. Repeat the layering process.
6. In a bowl, combine the eggs, milk, salt, cumin, and oregano.
7. Pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients.
8. Refrigerate overnight.
9. Bake for 30 minutes or until the eggs are set.

Potato & Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients

• 4 baking potatoes
• 1 pound ground pork sausage
• 2 Tbsp. butter
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tsp. seasoned salt
• ½ tsp. dry mustard
• ½ tsp. salt
• Black pepper to taste
• 1½ cups grated cheddar cheese
• 12 eggs, beaten
• ½ cup milk

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Bake the potatoes for 30 minutes. Remove, cool, peel, and cut into cubes.
3. Cook the sausage in a medium saucepan over medium heat until browned. Drain the fat and set aside.
4. In the same saucepan, melt the butter and add the onion and potatoes. Cook until lightly browned and the onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with seasoned salt.
5. Place the potato mixture in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish. Cover with the cooked sausage and sprinkle cheese on top.
6. In a bowl, beat the eggs with mustard and milk. Add salt and pepper.
7. Pour the egg mixture over the ingredients in the baking dish.
8. Bake immediately for 30 minutes or refrigerate overnight and bake for 40 minutes or until the eggs are set.

Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients

• 6 slices bread, buttered and cubed
• 1½ pounds ground sausage
• 9 eggs
• 3 cups milk
• 1½ cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 1½ tsp. salt
• 1½ tsp. dry mustard

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Cook the sausage until browned and crumbly. Drain and set aside.
3. In a bowl, beat the eggs with milk, salt, and mustard.
4. Layer the bread cubes, sausage, and grated cheese in a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
5. Pour the egg mixture over all the layers.
6. Refrigerate overnight.
7. Bake for 45 minutes or until the eggs are set.

Interesting Stats

• According to a survey by the American Egg Board, 93% of Americans believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day, yet only 44% actually eat it daily (American Egg Board).
• The average American consumes about 279 eggs per year, making eggs a staple in many breakfast dishes (Statista).

Conclusion

These make-ahead breakfast casseroles are not only easy to prepare but also versatile and delicious. Whether you're hosting a brunch or just need a quick and hearty breakfast for your family, these recipes are sure to satisfy. For more recipes and to enhance your kitchenware, visit Allrecipes or Food Network.

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