Description
Start your day with this hearty and satisfying Breakfast Casserole featuring turkey sausage, smoked turkey bacon, and melty plant-based cheddar cheese. Easy to prepare and customizable, this savory dish combines wholesome ingredients for a comforting breakfast or brunch that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
Meats and Cheese
- 1/2 pound turkey sausage
- 6 slices smoked turkey bacon
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (plant-based)
Vegetables
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
Binding and Base
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup plant-based milk
- 4 cups cubed whole wheat bread
Seasonings and Extras
- 1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Cook the turkey sausage and smoked turkey bacon: Brown the turkey sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until fully cooked and browned. Remove the sausage and cook the smoked turkey bacon in the same skillet until crispy, then chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Prepare the vegetables: In the same skillet, sauté diced onions and bell peppers until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- Combine eggs, milk, and seasonings: Whisk together eggs and plant-based milk until smooth. Stir in vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), salt, pepper, and paprika to infuse the mixture with savory depth.
- Assemble the casserole: In a large bowl, mix the cooked sausage, smoked turkey bacon, sautéed vegetables, cubed whole wheat bread, and shredded cheddar cheese (plant-based). Pour over the egg mixture and gently combine to allow the bread to soak in the flavors.
- Bake to perfection: Transfer the mixture into a greased casserole dish and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 40 to 45 minutes until the top is golden and the casserole is set. Let it cool slightly before serving for easy slicing.
Notes
- Use day-old bread to absorb the egg mixture better and maintain texture.
- Don’t skip sautéing onions and peppers to bring out their sweetness and avoid sogginess.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking for easier slicing.
- Adjust seasoning before baking to suit your taste.
- Choose a melty plant-based cheese variety for the best texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (based on 6 servings)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 185mg
Keywords: breakfast casserole, turkey sausage, smoked turkey bacon, plant-based cheddar cheese, easy breakfast, brunch casserole, savory breakfast