KETO SAUSAGE & EGG BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

A protein-packed, one-pan breakfast perfect for meal prep

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KEY INFO:

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 35 minutes
• Total Time: 50 minutes
• Servings: 8
• Difficulty: Easy
• Dietary: Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free

EQUIPMENT NEEDED:

• 9×13-inch casserole dish
• Large skillet
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
Alternative: Any similar-sized baking dish will work

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INGREDIENTS:

• 1 lb breakfast sausage (450g)
• 12 large eggs
• 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (200g), divided
• 2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp garlic powder

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METHOD:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C)

2. Brown sausage in skillet over medium-high heat, breaking into small pieces (5-7 minutes)

3. While sausage cooks, whisk eggs, cream, 1 cup cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth

4. Transfer cooked sausage to greased casserole dish, leaving behind excess fat

5. If using spinach, add to warm sausage and stir until slightly wilted

6. Pour egg mixture over sausage

7. Top with remaining cheese

8. Bake for 25-35 minutes until center is set and edges are golden brown

Freshly baked casserole with golden brown melted cheese in a modern kitchen with white marble countertops and green subway tiles.

CRUCIAL TIPS:

• Don’t overbake – remove when center is just set
• Let rest 5 minutes before serving
• Check sausage labels for hidden carbs
• Room temperature eggs blend better

STORAGE & SCALING:

• Keeps 4 days refrigerated
• Freezes well for up to 3 months
• For smaller portions, halve recipe and use 8×8 dish
• Reheat individual portions in microwave for 60-90 seconds

VARIATIONS:

• Mexican: Add jalapeños and use pepper jack cheese
• Italian: Use Italian sausage and mozzarella
• Loaded: Add mushrooms, peppers, and onions
• Meat-lovers: Mix in crispy bacon pieces

My go-to breakfast casserole combines the rich flavors of breakfast sausage with fluffy eggs and melted cheese – perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches. As a keto recipe developer, I’ve tested this countless times to achieve the ideal protein-to-fat ratio while keeping it deliciously satisfying.

Remember: The key to success is not overcooking the eggs – they’ll continue setting slightly as the casserole cools. Follow these straightforward steps, and you’ll have a fantastic keto breakfast ready to enjoy all week long.