Cheesy Sunrise Egg Bake: Overnight Brunch Delight

Recipe: Overnight Egg Brunch 🍳🧀🥓

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:

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Pan:

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   • Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.

2. Layer the Bread:

   • Place 6 slices of bread on the bottom of the greased pan.

3. Cook the Sausage:

   • Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain off any excess grease.

4. 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.

5. Top with Bread:

   • Cube the remaining 6 slices of bread and place them on top of the meat and cheese layers.

6. Prepare the Egg Mixture:

   • In a mixing bowl, beat the eggs.
   • Stir in the milk, salt, and pepper to taste.

7. Pour Over Bread:

   • Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered bread, meat, and cheese.

8. Refrigerate Overnight:

   • Cover the pan with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld.

9. 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.

10. Bake:

    • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
    • 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.

11. Add Cheese Topping:

    • Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese over the casserole during the last 5 minutes of baking.

12. 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! 🍽️🥂