Recipe: Overnight Egg Brunch ๐ณ๐ง๐ฅ
Description: This Overnight Egg Brunch recipe is perfect for serving a crowd, making it ideal for gatherings like Easter morning after the Sunrise Service. Layers of bread, cheese, and your choice of savory meats come together with eggs for a hearty and satisfying breakfast that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- Recipe Category: Breakfast
- Keywords: Pork, Cheese, Meat, High In…, Weeknight, Brunch, For Large Groups, Oven, Refrigerator, < 4 Hours, Easy
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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12 | Cheddar cheese |
1 | Sausage |
1 | Ham |
6 | Eggs |
3 cups | Milk |
1/2 tsp | Salt |
To taste | Pepper |
Slices of bread |
Instructions:
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Prepare the Pan:
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Layer the Bread:
- Place 6 slices of bread on the bottom of the greased pan.
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Cook the Sausage:
- Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease.
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Layer the Ingredients:
- Spread a layer of cheddar cheese over the bread in the pan.
- Next, add a layer of the cooked sausage followed by slices of ham.
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Top with Bread:
- Cube the remaining 6 slices of bread and place them on top of the meat and cheese layers.
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Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs.
- Stir in the milk, salt, and pepper to taste.
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Pour Over Bread:
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread, meat, and cheese.
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Refrigerate Overnight:
- Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.
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Bring to Room Temperature:
- In the morning, remove the pan from the refrigerator and let it stand at room temperature for 1 hour before baking.
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Bake:
- Preheat the oven to 350ยฐF (175ยฐC).
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
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Add Cheese Topping:
- Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese over the casserole during the last 5 minutes of baking.
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Cool and Serve:
- Allow the casserole to cool for 10 to 15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.
This Overnight Egg Brunch is a delicious and convenient way to feed a crowd, combining the flavors of savory meats, gooey cheese, and fluffy eggs in every bite. Perfect for Easter morning or any brunch gathering, it’s a dish that will have everyone coming back for seconds! Enjoy! ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ฅ