Breakfast Sausage, Apple and Cheese Casserole
Ingredients
- 3/4 lb (375 g) breakfast sausage links, cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) pieces
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) Vegetable or Canola Oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 apple, cored and finely chopped or grated
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup (250 mL) Carnation® Regular, 2% or Fat Free Evaporated Milk
- 1 cup (250 mL) grated Swiss cheese
- 1 cup (250 mL) grated Cheddar cheese
- 1/3 cup (75 mL) breadcrumbs
- 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tsp (30 mL) dried sage
- 3/4 tsp (4 mL) salt
- 1/4 tsp (1 mL) pepper
Directions
Step 1:
In a skillet, cook sausage pieces over medium heat until cooked, about 5 minutes. Drain on paper towel. Pour off excess fat. Add oil, onion and apples to pan. Cook, stirring occasionally until softened, about 3 minutes
Step 2:
In a large bowl, beat eggs lightly. Add evaporated milk, Swiss and Cheddar cheeses, breadcrumbs, parsley, sage, salt, pepper, cooked sausage pieces and onion apple mixture. Stir to combine. Pour mixture into a greased 8-inch or 9-inch (2 L) square baking dish.
Step 3:
Bake in a preheated 350ºF (180ºC) oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a knife inserted in centre comes out clean. Let stand 10 to 15 minutes before serving.
Tips
For sausages, use a family favourite such as plain, honey garlic, English banger etc.
Make Ahead - casserole can be assembled, covered and refrigerated overnight. Add an extra 5 to 8 minutes to baking time.