Description
A protein-rich, make-ahead breakfast casserole made with roasted sweet potatoes, turkey sausage, and fluffy baked eggs.
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb uncooked turkey sausage
- 5 cups cubed sweet potatoes (1-inch cubes)
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp avocado oil (or olive oil)
For the Egg Mixture:
- 10 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk for richness)
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese (Sargento brand recommended)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Roast sweet potatoes with 1 tbsp oil and a pinch of salt for 20–25 minutes.
- Sauté garlic, onion, turkey sausage, and bell pepper in remaining oil until cooked through.
- Whisk eggs, milk, cheese, salt, thyme, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Layer roasted sweet potatoes and sausage mixture in the baking dish. Pour egg mixture over.
- Bake 35–40 minutes or until set. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Use plant-based sausage for a vegetarian twist.
- Add spinach or kale for extra greens.
- Great for meal prep—store in the fridge or freezer.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes