Breakfast Casserole

By jkenb

Ingredients

• 6 English muffins, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 12 oz. sausage or bacon, cooked according to directions on the package
• 1/2 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 12 eggs
• 2 cups milk
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. pepper
• Bacon bits for garnish (optional)

Preparation

Step 1

Place muffin pieces in a greased 9-inch-by-13-inch baking dish. Pour melted butter over the muffin pieces. Chop sausage or bacon into small pieces, reserving some finely chopped bacon pieces for topping, if desired. Evenly distribute the meat, onion, pepper, kale and cheeses on top of muffin pieces. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper. Pour mixture over ingredients in the casserole and top with remaining bacon pieces or store-bought bacon bits. Refrigerate overnight.

When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350 degrees and bake for 35 to 40 minutes. Let rest for at least five minutes before serving. Serves eight.