Ingredients and Weight:
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped green bell pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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Preparation Method Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brown sausage in a large skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, milk, onion, green bell pepper, flour, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Stir in spinach and sausage.
- Pour half of the mixture into a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs. Pour half of the eggs over the sausage mixture.
- Sprinkle with 1/2 cup cheddar cheese.
- Repeat layers with remaining sausage mixture, eggs, and cheddar cheese.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let stand for 10 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with parsley, if desired.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 300
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
- Sodium: 600mg
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Hearty and flavorful
- Savory egg and sausage combination
- Baked in a casserole dish for easy serving
- Can be customized with various vegetables or cheeses
User Comments:
- "This casserole was a big hit at our family brunch!"
- "I love the combination of eggs, sausage, and cheese."
- "It was easy to make and turned out perfectly."
- "I added sautéed mushrooms and onions to the sausage mixture for extra flavor."
- "This casserole is perfect for a crowd."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Cook sausage thoroughly before mixing with other ingredients.
- If the casserole is not done cooking in the center after 45 minutes, cover it with aluminum foil and continue baking for 10-15 more minutes.
- Let the casserole stand for 10 minutes before serving to allow it to set.