Sausage and Egg Puff Recipe
Overview:
This delightful Sausage and Egg Puff recipe is a savory marvel, perfect for potluck breakfasts or brunches. It’s a lifesaver when you’re hosting guests because you can prepare it the night before, allowing you to simply bake it in the morning. Bursting with flavors and textures, it’s bound to become a family favorite!
- Preparation Time: 13 hours
- Cooking Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 13 hours 45 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 679.3 per serving
- Cuisine: European
- Keywords: Breakfast, Lunch/Snacks, Pork, Grains, Cheese, Meat, Kid Friendly, Weeknight, St. Patrick’s Day, Oven, Easy, Inexpensive
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ground sausage |
| 2 cups | Sharp cheddar cheese |
| 1 | Egg |
| 6 | Eggs |
| 1 2/3 cup | Milk |
| 1/2 tsp | Salt |
| 1 tsp | Tabasco sauce |
| 1 tsp | Dry mustard |
| 1 tsp | Worcestershire sauce |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Sausage:
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground sausage, ensuring to break up any large lumps. Once cooked, drain the excess fat.
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Layer Ingredients:
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Take a 2-quart casserole dish and layer the cooked sausage evenly at the bottom.
- Follow by layering 2 cups of sharp cheddar cheese over the sausage.
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Mix Eggs and Milk:
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, crack 6 eggs.
- Pour in 1 2/3 cups of milk.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1 teaspoon of Tabasco sauce, 1 teaspoon of dry mustard, and 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce.
- Beat the mixture until well combined.
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Assemble the Dish:
- Pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the layers of sausage and cheese in the casserole dish.
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Refrigerate Overnight:
- Cover the casserole dish with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Place it in the refrigerator and let it chill for at least 12 hours, preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the texture.
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Preheat and Bake:
- About an hour before you plan to bake the dish, remove it from the refrigerator to bring it to room temperature.
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius).
- Once preheated, uncover the casserole dish and place it in the oven.
- Bake for approximately 45 minutes or until the puff is firm and golden on top.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Remove the Sausage and Egg Puff from the oven.
- Allow it to cool slightly before slicing into generous portions.
- Serve warm and enjoy the hearty flavors of this delicious dish!
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 679.3
- Fat Content: 54.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 20.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 350mg
- Sodium Content: 1445.1mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 8.4g
- Fiber Content: 0.3g
- Sugar Content: 1g
- Protein Content: 36.9g
Tips:
- Feel free to customize this recipe by adding your favorite vegetables such as bell peppers, onions, or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- You can also substitute different types of cheese according to your preference, such as Swiss or mozzarella, for a unique twist.
- Ensure the sausage is thoroughly cooked before layering it in the casserole dish to prevent any food safety concerns.
- If you’re short on time, you can reduce the chilling time in the refrigerator to at least 4 hours, although the flavors may not develop as fully.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven for a quick and satisfying meal.
