Easy Sausage Breakfast Casserole with Crescent Rolls

Easy Sausage Breakfast Casserole with Crescent Rolls

55 min

I can't wait for your to try the BEST Sausage Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole recipe!! It takes about 10 minutes to whip up and bakes for 40 minutes.  This is one of the easiest breakfasts that you can make and it's always a huge hit with our family. It's the ultimate comfort food breakfast and you can change up the veggies to your favorites and it's also delicious with ham or bacon!

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup bell pepper, chopped (red, yellow, orange or green or a combination)
  • 1 8 ounce package (226g) refrigerated crescent rolls (we used Pillsbury)
  • 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage
  • 10 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar, sharp
  • 2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 3 green onions, chopped for garnish
  • Fresh parsley

Directions

  1. 1

    Spray a 9x13-inch casserole dish with non-stick spray or lightly grease with a small amount of butter.

  2. 2

    Open package of refrigerated crescent rolls and spread evenly in bottom of prepared baking dish. Press seams together.

  3. 3

    Shred cheeses and mix together in small bowl. Set aside.

  4. 4

    In large skillet over medium-high heat cook sausage, breaking it into smaller pieces as it cooks for about five minutes. 

  5. 5

    Stir in chopped onion, bell peppers, salt, pepper and garlic powder. Cook until softened, about 3 to 4 minutes. 

  6. 6

    Transfer the sausage mixture to the casserole dish.

  7. 7

    In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. 

  8. 8

    Stir in 2 cups of the shredded cheeses. 

  9. 9

    Transfer to prepared baking dish.

  10. 10

    Top with remaining cheese. 

  11. 11

    Cook in preheated 375°F oven for 35 to 40 minutes. A sharp knife inserted into the centre should come out clean.

  12. 12

    Optional: Serve with fresh parsley or chopped green onions and enjoy!