Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Cook sausage in large skillet over medium-high heat 8-10 minutes or until thoroughly cooked, stirring frequently; drain.
2. Beat eggs, milk and pepper in large bowl with a wire whisk until well blended. Add bread cubes; stir gently until evenly coated. Stir in sausage and 1½ cups cheese.
3. Pour into lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish; sprinkle with remaining cheese.
4. Bake 45 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean. Let stand 10 minutes before cutting into 12 squares to serve.
Cook’s Tips:
Spinach-Egg Casserole: Add 1 pkg. (10 ounces) frozen chopped spinach, thawed and squeezed dry, to egg mixture before pouring into prepared baking dish.
Make-Ahead Egg Casserole: Assemble casserole as directed; cover. Refrigerate overnight. When ready to serve, uncover and bake 50 to 55 minutes or until knife inserted in center comes out clean.
Sage or Spicy Egg Casserole: Prepare using 1 pkg. Jimmy Dean® Sage Flavor or Hot Pork Sausage Roll.
Yield:
12 servings (1 square each)