This beautiful Savory Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit Bake is a hearty breakfast or brunch dish, featuring fluffy biscuits, savory sausage, creamy eggs, and plenty of melty cheese. The combination of textures and flavors is simply irresistible, making it perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a comforting meal any day of the week.
Imagine a golden-brown, bubbly casserole filled with a symphony of breakfast favorites, ready to slice and serve.
Recipe Details
- Flavor Profile: Savory, rich, and comforting. The sausage provides a delicious meaty flavor, balanced by the creamy eggs and cheesy goodness.
- Textures: Fluffy biscuits, creamy eggs, and melted cheese, all creating a satisfying and comforting bite.
- Total Time: Approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes, with about 20 minutes of active prep time.
- Difficulty Level: Easy. This recipe is simple to follow, making it perfect for both beginner and experienced cooks.
What You’ll Need
This delightful Savory Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit Bake requires a handful of ingredients to create its magic. You’ll need biscuits, savory sausage, eggs, cheese, and a few basic seasonings. Assemble these components, and you’re well on your way to a truly amazing breakfast bake!
Ingredient Notes
- Biscuits You can use store-bought biscuits or your favorite homemade biscuit recipe.
- Sausage Choose your favorite breakfast sausage, either links or bulk sausage, depending on your preference.
- Eggs Fresh eggs work best to ensure a creamy texture to the bake.
- Cheese A blend of cheeses like cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a similar melting cheese makes this bake even more irresistible
Add-ins and Substitutions
- Vegetables: Add in some sautéed onions/or peppers.
- Spice: Sprinkle in a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick.
- Cheese: Try different cheeses like pepper jack for more spice, or Gruyère for a nutty flavor.
How to Make Savory Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit Bake
Let’s gather your ingredients and start baking!
- Preheat your oven to 375°F / 190°C. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Cook the sausage. If using sausage links, remove the casings and crumble the sausage into a skillet. Cook over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. If using pre-cooked sausage, you can skip this step. Drain off any excess grease.
- Place the biscuits. Open the can of biscuits and arrange the biscuits in the bottom of the prepared baking dish. If using homemade biscuits, place them in the dish.
- Add the sausage. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the biscuits.
- Whisk the eggs. In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour in the egg mixture. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and biscuits.
- Sprinkle with cheese. Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top of the egg mixture.
- Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden brown.
- Let it cool. Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Pro Tip: Be sure to cook the sausage until it’s fully browned and cooked through for the best flavor.
Recipe Tips
- For added flavor, season the sausage while it’s cooking.
- Don’t overbake. The bake is ready when the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden.
- Let the bake cool slightly before slicing and serving, to allow the ingredients to settle and make for cleaner cuts.
- If your biscuits are browning too quickly, you can loosely tent the baking dish with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
- For a fluffier texture, use room temperature eggs.
FAQs
- Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, you can assemble the bake the night before and store it covered in the refrigerator. Add a few extra minutes to the baking time if baking straight from the fridge.
- Can I freeze this bake? Absolutely! Once cooled, wrap individual portions tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer-safe bag. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven or microwave.
- What if I don’t have milk? You can substitute the milk with heavy cream, half-and-half, or even water.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve this hearty bake with fresh fruit, such as berries or sliced melon, to lighten the dish.
- Pair it with a side of crispy home fries.
- Add a dollop of sour cream or a drizzle of hot sauce for extra flavor.
- Serve it with a side salad of mixed greens and a light vinaigrette.
Make This Recipe in Advance
You can prepare the sausage in advance and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The assembled bake can also be made ahead and stored, unbaked, in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.
Savory Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit Bake
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
Description
This Savory Sausage Egg and Cheese Biscuit Bake is a hearty breakfast or brunch dish, featuring fluffy biscuits, savory sausage, creamy eggs, and plenty of melty cheese. The combination of textures and flavors is simply irresistible, making it perfect for feeding a crowd or enjoying a comforting meal any day of the week.
Ingredients
16 ounce can jumbo buttermilk biscuits
1 pound hot sausage, cooked and crumbled
2 cups shredded colby and monterey jack cheeses
6 large eggs
½ cup milk
salt and pepper (a pinch of each should work but add more to your preference)
2.75 ounce packet country sausage gravy (plus more for serving, optional)
2 cups water (or milk)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
Cut each biscuit into eighths. Arrange the biscuit pieces in the bottom of the dish.
Sprinkle cooked and crumbled sausage over the biscuits, followed by shredded cheese.
In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the cheese.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the sausage gravy packet with water or milk. Pour the gravy over the egg mixture.
Cover the dish and bake for 45-55 minutes, or until the biscuits are cooked through. If needed, remove the cover and bake a bit longer.
Serve with extra gravy, if you like.
Notes
For added flavor, season the sausage while it’s cooking.
Don’t overbake. The bake is ready when the eggs are set and the biscuits are golden.
Let the bake cool slightly before slicing and serving, to allow the ingredients to settle and make for cleaner cuts.
If your biscuits are browning too quickly, you can loosely tent the baking dish with foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
For a fluffier texture, use room temperature eggs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast & Brunch
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: Approximately 450 calories per serving (estimated)
- Fat: Approximately 25g per serving (estimated)
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 35g per serving (estimated)
- Protein: Approximately 20g per serving (estimated)
