If we had to designate a breakfast hierarchy, eggs would sit decidedly at the top of the food chain, along with thick-cut bacon. (Because, obviously.) As long as there's a carton of eggs in your fridge, any big breakfast dilemma can be solved. House guests? Check. Holiday weekend? Check. Morning tailgate? Check. Baby shower? Check. We could go on and on.
The ultimate egg recipe for a crowd: the breakfast egg casserole. To put it simply, start with eggs. Add bacon, sausage, grits, vegetables, and plenty of cheese. Throw it all in your trusty 13x9. Pop it in the oven. (Or better yet, freeze it for later to eliminate prep time.) And…done! Presto. As much as we love buttermilk pancakes and homemade biscuits, they've got nothing on the ease of a thrown-together egg casserole. Trust us: These savory and sweet (yes, sweet!) egg casserole recipes are about to make your life a whole lot better. Get to whisking!
Nothing Compares to the Ease of a Breakfast Casserole
Everything Bagel Casserole
Cream cheese, sausage, everything bagels, and plenty of eggs combine to make this unexpected take on a breakfast casserole.
Farmers' Market Frittata
You won't find a more brunch-worthy frittata than this fresh recipe filled with greens, peppers, Cheddar, and more.
Baked Almond French Toast with Maple-Blackberry Syrup
Instead of bread slices, cubes of brioche are baked in an almond custard until golden and puffy on the inside. Serve with plenty of maple syrup and extra berries on the side.
Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
For a big-batch egg casserole, look no further than this crowd-pleaser, made with hash browns, sausage, and plenty of cheese.
Sausage-Potato Frittata
Delicious for any meal of the day, this frittata also makes great leftovers. Warm slices in a 300˚F oven (not the microwave) until heated through.
Bacon-Hash Brown Quiche
We replaced the usual pastry shell with a golden crust made from shredded potatoes and bacon. After a bite, you'll never want to go back.
Breakfast Enchiladas
Why spend your Saturday morning in the kitchen? You can make these cheesy breakfast enchiladas ahead of time, which means more coffee-drinking and newspaper-reading for you.
Spinach And Broccoli Breakfast Bread Pudding
Broccoli and Cheddar for breakfast? One bite of this savory bread pudding and you'll be a believer too.
Creamy Baked Eggs with Leeks and Spinach
You don't need ramekins to pull off fancy baked eggs for brunch. Use a baking dish, and add greens and feta to ramp up the flavor.
Blueberry Pancake Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Cross breakfast off your to-do list the night before by making this easy pancake casserole. It's equally good with fresh or frozen berries so you can enjoy it any time of the year.
Crustless Ham And Collard Greens Quiche
This crustless quiche recipe is a smart way to use up leftover ham. A bag of frozen chopped collard greens makes prep super easy.
Croissant Breakfast Casserole
Mini croissants are combined with caramelized onions, and a rich and cheesy egg custard in this company-worthy casserole.
Sausage And Cheese Grits Quiche
It's like two of our favorite breakfast recipes rolled into one—or rather, springformed into one. Sausage quiche and cheese grits are a match made in heaven.
Caramelized Onion, Spinach, And Pork Strata
Filled with crunchy bread cubes, creamy cheese, and tender pork, this hearty egg strata goes from breakfast to dinner seamlessly.
Leek And Mushroom Grits Frittata
This company-worthy quiche is perfect for springtime. It dresses up the classic combo of eggs, cheese, sausage, and grits with leeks and mushrooms.
Creamy Egg Strata
All you need is a simple fruit salad or bowl of mixed greens to make this simple yet satisfying breakfast bake a complete meal.
Tater Tot Breakfast Bake
What's more fun than a Tater Tot casserole? Nothing. This one, topped with crispy bacon crumbles, is a keeper.
Bacon And Cheddar Grits Quiche
You've never had quiche quite like this one. It's made with a grits "crust" and a warm, bacony egg filling.
Cheesy Sausage And Croissant Casserole
Fancy meets filling in this aromatic dish. The recipe combines a few of our favorite ingredients, like hot ground sausage, flaky croissants, and Parmesan and Gruyère cheeses.
Chocolate Chip Pancake Bake with Cinnamon-Pecan Streusel
The scent of this incredible casserole will have everyone rushing to the breakfast table. Serve it as-is for a decadent morning meal, or alongside a savory casserole for an over-the-top brunch.
Spring Vegetable Frittata
Say hello to your new favorite springtime brunch or shower recipe. You can swap out the mushrooms and asparagus for the same amount of other vegetables if you wish.
Sweet Potato Breakfast Casserole
This breakfast casserole with sweet potatoes is perfect for morning tailgates in the fall. Be sure to tenderize the potatoes in the microwave before adding them to the casserole mixture.
Asparagus And Goat Cheese Quiche
A fluted tart pan gives a simple quiche an elegant presentation. No one will guess it's made with refrigerated pie dough.
Pancake Bake with Cinnamon Streusel Recipe
Flapjacks stand in for bread in this aromatic and comforting casserole. Don't skip the streusel on top—it adds a nice crunch to balance the tender custard-baked pancakes.
Red Pepper, Potato, And Ricotta Frittata
Recipe: Red Pepper, Potato, and Ricotta Frittata
Roasted red peppers, ricotta cheese, and potato wedges make a tasty trio in this hearty recipe.
Easiest Crustless Quiche
We wouldn't put "easiest" in the name if we didn't mean it.This simple recipe is a crustless spin on a classic Quiche Lorraine.
Bacon And Tomato Breakfast Casserole
With all the makings of a fresh caprese—tomatoes, basil, and mozzerella—this breakfast casserole gets finished with a hearty dose of bacon.
Overnight Eggnog French Toast Casserole
Spiced eggnog makes a rich custard base for this holiday French toast bake. Soak the slices of challah bread overnight so that it can fully absorb the liquid and bake to puffy perfection.
Grits And Lox Casserole
Lox isn't just for topping bagels. Use the smoked salmon to flavor this cheese grit casserole.
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