Brunch Casserole

6 servings Prep: 15 m Cook: 30 m Total: 45 m Beginner
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Brunch Casserole
Easy brunch casserole with country sausage, crescent rolls, mozzarella cheese, and eggs—perfect for feeding a crowd at breakfast or brunch. This make-ahead dish combines savory sausage with a fluffy egg custard baked over a flaky crescent roll crust.

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 1 1/2 lbs Owen Country Sausage
  • 1 can Crescent Dinner rolls
  • 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped onion
  • 4 eggs, beaten
  • 3/4 cup milk
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Butter a 13x9x2-inch baking dish.
  2. Crumble sausage in a medium skillet. Cook over medium heat until browned, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add onion and cook a few more minutes until onion is wilted and translucent. Drain well to remove excess grease.
  3. Line the bottom of the prepared baking dish with crescent rolls, firmly pressing perforations together to seal and form a crust. Sprinkle the cooked sausage mixture and shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the crescent roll crust.
  4. In a bowl, combine the beaten eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Beat well and pour evenly over the sausage and cheese layer.
  5. Bake at 425°F for 15 minutes or until the egg mixture is set and the top is lightly golden. Let stand 5 minutes before cutting into squares and serving.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: Can I make this ahead of time?

A: Yes! You can assemble the casserole the night before, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. In the morning, let it sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes while the oven preheats, then bake as directed. You may need to add a few extra minutes to the baking time.

Q: Why is my casserole watery?

A: Make sure to drain the cooked sausage thoroughly to remove excess grease. Also, be certain the crescent roll crust is pressed together tightly with no gaps where the egg mixture could leak through to the bottom of the dish.

Tips and Techniques

Press the crescent roll perforations firmly together to create a complete seal—this prevents the egg mixture from seeping underneath and ensures a nice flaky bottom crust. For extra flavor, try using a seasoned breakfast sausage or adding a pinch of cayenne pepper to the egg mixture.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • mozzarella cheese: cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack cheese
  • country sausage: turkey sausage or chicken sausage
  • crescent roll dough: puff pastry or refrigerated biscuit dough

Equipment Needed

  • 13x9x2-inch baking dish
  • medium skillet
  • mixing bowl