Ingredients:
6 slices of bread (whole wheat or sourdough recommended), cut into cubes
1 pound sausage (regular or turkey sausage)
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese; low-fat optional)
8 large eggs
2 cups milk
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions:
Prepare the Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Lightly coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Layer the Bread
Cube the bread and arrange it evenly across the bottom of the prepared dish.
Cook the Sausage
In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Crumble it and scatter evenly over the bread layer.
Add the Cheese
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar (or your preferred cheese) evenly over the sausage.
Make the Egg Mixture
In a large bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the eggs, milk, ground mustard, salt, and pepper.
Combine and Chill
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the dish.
Cover and refrigerate overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the bread to absorb the liquid.
Bake the Casserole
The next morning, remove the cover and loosely tent with foil.
Bake at 325°F for 30 minutes covered, then uncover and continue baking for another 15–25 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden. Total baking time: 45–55 minutes.
Cool and Serve
Let cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm for breakfast, brunch, dinner, or leftovers