Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
- Prepare Your Dish and Sausage: First things first, preheat your oven to 350°F. Grab a 9x13 inch baking dish and give it a quick spray with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking. While the oven heats up, brown your breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Once it's fully cooked, be sure to drain off any excess grease. This is a key step to avoid a greasy casserole.
- Layer the Ingredients: Now for the fun part. Open your can of crescent rolls and unroll the dough, pressing it into the bottom of your prepared baking dish. Don't worry about sealing the perforations perfectly, just create an even layer. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the crescent roll crust. Next, pour the beaten eggs over the sausage, making sure to cover it completely. Finally, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top, from edge to edge.
- Bake to Perfection: Place the dish in your preheated oven and bake for about 30 minutes. You’ll know it’s done when the eggs are set in the center and the cheese on top is melted, bubbly, and beautifully golden brown. Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
For best results, drain the sausage thoroughly after browning to prevent a greasy crust. Avoid over-mixing the eggs. For a meltier topping, shred cheese from a block. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. It can be prepared ahead and refrigerated overnight, or frozen for up to 3 months.