Overnight Everything Bagel Breakfast Casserole

Prep 25 min
Total 5 hr 20 min
Servings 12

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This egg bake is basically an everything bagel egg sandwich deconstructed in the tastiest way possible. Sausage and red bell peppers add an extra layer of flavour.

Ingredients

1 lb (500 g) mild pork sausage, casings removed
4 everything bagels, cut into 1-inch cubes (8 cups)
1/2 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
12 eggs
1 1/2 cups half-and-half
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (8 oz)

Steps

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1

Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch nonstick skillet, cook sausage over medium-high heat, breaking up sausage with the back of spoon, until no longer pink; drain.
2

In baking dish, toss sausage, bagel cubes, green onions and bell pepper until well mixed. Set aside.
3

In large bowl, beat eggs, half-and-half, salt and pepper with whisk until well blended. Stir in 1 cup of the cheese; pour evenly over bagel mixture in baking dish. Cover with foil; refrigerate at least 4 hours but no longer than 24 hours.
4

Heat oven to 375°F. Uncover baking dish. Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until golden brown and knife inserted in centre comes out clean. Sprinkle with remaining 1 cup cheese. Bake about 5 minutes longer or until cheese is melted. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.