Wednesday, May 18, 2016

The Perfect Breakfast Casserole

Today I am sharing a recipe that was given to me by my sweet friend (and fellow Trim Healthy Mama), Samantha.  Samantha brought this to our weekly Bible Study this spring...and I'm pretty sure I ate three pieces.  It's rare that we have a Trim Healthy Mama (THM) breakfast item at Bible Study, so when we do, I have to make up for lost time.  This casserole is THM friendly, and low carb, but meaty and hearty, so don't let that fool you.  

I am not a big breakfast eater in the mornings.  Right now you're thinking, "Wait, didn't she just say she ate three pieces of that casserole?"  I would love to eat a big breakfast every morning, but the thought of waking up and actually making something other than a cup of coffee exhausts me.  This casserole is a win win for me because I can make it ahead of time, and pop it in the oven in the morning.  Plus, it makes a whole casserole, which means there is plenty leftover for another morning.

    


Here's what you need...in no particular order:  Eggs, Sausage, Sour Cream, Green Chili's, Tomato, Onion, Cheddar Cheese, Salt, Pepper, Cumin, Paprika, and Garlic Powder. (Not Pictured: Cooking Spray)


First, dice the onion.  Samantha's recipe called for one onion, but I just used half.  Samantha is a former teacher and has four children, she's probably use to people not listening 100% to what she says....


Next, brown the sausage with the onion.


Meanwhile, crack a dozen eggs into a large bowl. 


Then, add half a cup of sour cream and half a cup of water.  Yes, my sour cream isn't totally blended, but that's ok.  


Then, add 1 teaspoon of paprika, cumin and garlic powder and 1/2 a teaspoon of salt and pepper to the eggs.   


Spray a baking dish with cooking spray and layer the green chili's on the bottom of the dish.  Samantha's recipe called for two can's, but I used one.  


Next, add chopped tomato over the green chili's.  


Then, sprinkle eight ounces of shredded cheddar cheese over the tomatoes.  This would also be good with Monterrey Jack, or Pepper Jack, or even Swiss cheese.  Or, you could totally go wild and do a combo of cheeses.  


Next, spread your sausage and onion mixture over the cheese.  


Pour your egg mixture over the sausage.  


 You can either bake it immediately or store it in the refrigerator overnight.  I know this is not a cute picture, but I added this, because it is an important step that I didn't want you visual learners to miss.  Bake it at 350 degrees for 40 minutes COVERED with foil, then uncover and bake it for an additional 15 to 20 minutes.  


Yum!


This is proof that croissant rolls, pie crusts, and hash browns are not needed to achieve the perfect breakfast casserole.  


Enjoy!


 If you're curious about my Trim Healthy Mama journey, click here.  Also, to discover more of my favorite THM recipes, click here.  

I am linking up with Michelle for Party At My Place.  Have a great Thursday!

Emily


19 comments:

  1. I've made something similar before but it didn't have the chilies in it which sounds amazing. Definitely going to try it this way next time.

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    1. The green chili's add a bit of a Mexican flair. Let me know if you try it.

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  2. I love breakfast!!! I could eat breakfast for all three meals. This casserole sounds delicious and I will have to add that to my list of recipes to make.

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    1. I love a good breakfast casserole, too. We actually have eaten this for dinner, too. You could just add a side salad and it's an easy meal.

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  3. This looks so good! Ill definitely be trying it.

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    1. Thank you! The best part is it's super easy!

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  4. I love making these! This looks delicious!

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    1. Thank you. I love it because it makes so much that it pretty much proves breakfast for the week. Well, for me, my kids aren't big on casseroles...

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    1. Thank you! I hope you'll try it and let me know what you think.

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  6. Love breakfast casseroles. I make them when guests stay over and during the holidays. Nothing is easier. Add some homemade muffins, fruit salad and of course coffee and you have a great breakfast to impress guests or family.

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    1. You're right; breakfast casseroles are perfect for company! Thanks for hosting the linkup, Michelle.

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  7. Nathan would love this! He’s a big green chili fan. I will have to make it for him sometime. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. The "real" recipe calls for 2 cans of green chili's, so he might like that version. I like a mild chili flavor personally.

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  8. That looks really good. Will have to make it soon. I like to make casseroles and this one would be a hit with the family.

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    1. You'll have to try it! Let me know what you think!

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  9. Just made this tonight with 2 cans of green chilies and it's the best breakfast casserole I have ever had. Soooo good! The green chilies, of course make it, but I think another big difference is kicking up the egg mixture with those spices and sour cream. I haven't seen that in some of the recipes. Super yum and urge people to try it. Love, AA

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