Description
A hearty and comforting Biscuits and Gravy Casserole perfect for breakfast or brunch. This recipe layers tender biscuit pieces with scrambled eggs, savory sausage gravy, and melted cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection for a satisfying meal the whole family will enjoy.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Gravy
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
- 1/3 cup flour
- 3 1/4 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Egg Mixture
- 6 eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup diced red pepper
Assembly
- 1 16.3-ounce tube biscuits (8 count)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat the oven to 350℉ and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish thoroughly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown and crumble the ground breakfast sausage until fully cooked and no pink remains.
- Make Gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir continuously, allowing it to cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Add Milk and Seasoning: Gradually pour in the 3 1/4 cups of milk while stirring constantly until all the milk is incorporated and the mixture thickens.
- Season Gravy: Add black pepper, salt, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the gravy. Continue cooking and stirring occasionally until the gravy reaches a boil. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large microwave-safe bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, 1/4 cup milk, and diced red pepper until combined.
- Scramble Eggs: Pour the egg mixture into a hot skillet and scramble over medium heat until fully cooked. Remove from heat.
- Prepare Biscuits: Open the biscuit tube and cut each biscuit into 8 pieces. Arrange all biscuit pieces in an even layer on the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Assemble Casserole: Layer the scrambled eggs evenly over the biscuit pieces, then pour the sausage gravy on top, and sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the entire casserole.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes to allow the biscuits to cook through and flavors to meld.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes uncovered to brown the cheese and finish cooking the casserole.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool slightly before serving hot, perfect for a filling breakfast or brunch.
Notes
- Using store-bought biscuit dough makes this casserole quick and easy to prepare.
- Feel free to add more diced vegetables like onions or mushrooms to the eggs for extra flavor.
- If you prefer spicier dishes, increase the red pepper flakes or add hot sauce to the gravy.
- For a lower fat option, use lean sausage and low-fat milk.
- To save time, scramble the eggs in the microwave if preferred.
- Ensure biscuits are cut into smaller pieces to cook thoroughly during baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 436 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 27 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 17.6 g
- Cholesterol: 147 mg
