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Easy Cheesy Crescent Roll Breakfast Casserole

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A quick and easy breakfast casserole featuring flaky crescent rolls, fluffy eggs, melty cheese, and savory sausage or bacon. Perfect for busy mornings, brunches, or potlucks.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (8 oz / 226 g) can refrigerated crescent rolls
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
  • 1 cup (100 g) shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) cooked breakfast sausage or bacon pieces
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) diced bell peppers (optional)
  • 1/4 cup (30 g) diced onions (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Butter or non-stick spray for greasing the baking dish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Unroll the crescent dough and press it into the bottom of the greased baking dish, sealing the perforations so the base holds together during baking.
  3. In a skillet over medium heat, cook breakfast sausage or bacon until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease, then add diced onions and bell peppers if using. Sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, beat 6 large eggs with 1 cup whole milk until combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the crescent roll base. Spread the cooked meat and veggie mixture evenly on top of the cheese. Pour the egg mixture gently over everything. Finally, sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  6. Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown. Test doneness by inserting a knife in the center; it should come out clean.
  7. Let the casserole sit for about 5 minutes after removing from the oven before slicing and serving.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs and milk for fluffier texture. Seal crescent roll seams to prevent puffing. Pre-cook meats and veggies to avoid soggy casserole. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight, adding 5-10 minutes to baking time. Freeze leftovers up to 2 months.

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