Breakfast Casserole for One: Hearty and Easy Morning Dish
By Isabella Quinn
This Breakfast Casserole for One is the ideal solution for busy mornings or lazy weekends when you crave a warm, comforting meal without excess leftovers. Combining savory pork sausage, eggs, and cheese with cubed French bread, it creates a satisfying texture and flavor profile. Prepare it ahead of time and pop it in the oven when you're ready for a quick and filling breakfast. It’s a simple dish that makes solo dining feel special.
Why you'll love this recipe
- Ready in under 45 minutes
- Perfect for busy mornings
- Easy to prepare with common ingredients
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated
Ingredients
- •6 ounces ground pork sausage (cooked and drained of fat)
- •1 large egg
- •0.75 cup milk
- •0.13 teaspoon kosher salt
- •0.13 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
- •2 cups cubed French bread
- •0.5 cup shredded Cheddar cheese (or Monterey Jack cheese)
Instructions
- 1
In a medium skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until no pink remains, about 6 to 8 minutes. Transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk the egg until smooth. Add the milk, salt, and pepper and whisk to combine.
- 3
Butter a 5x5-inch baking dish. Add the cubed bread in an even layer.
- 4
Scatter the cooked sausage and shredded cheese over the bread.
- 5
Slowly pour the egg mixture over everything, gently pressing the bread down with the back of a spoon so each cube absorbs the liquid.
- 6
Cover the dish tightly and refrigerate for at least 6 hours, or overnight.
- 7
Take the casserole out of the refrigerator and let it sit at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- 8
Preheat the oven to 350°F (177°C). Place the dish on a rimmed baking sheet, cover with foil, and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until the egg is set in the center.
- 9
Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
FAQ
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
20g
Fat
25g
Carbs
30g