Fireman's Breakfast Casserole - Master Cookbook Recipe # 175

Name: Fireman's Breakfast Casserole - Master Cookbook Recipe # 175
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 75 min
Yield: 10-12
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 12 large Eggs; 1 cup Heavy cream (or half-and-half); 16 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded (or your favorite blend); 1 lb. Pork breakfast sausage (Swaggerty’s Farm recommended); 1 small can Mushrooms (optional); 1/2 large Onion, chopped; 1 Green pepper, chopped; 2 Tbsp Salted butter; To taste Salt and black pepper

This "no-fuss" casserole is a favorite because it's incredibly hearty and easy to assemble. By layering the ingredients directly in the pan, you get a beautiful, rustic breakfast that is packed with protein and flavor.

This is recipe #175 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 15 minCook time: 1 hr Total time: 1 hr 15 min

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Ingredients

12 large Eggs
1 cup Heavy cream (or half-and-half)
16 oz. Cheddar cheese, shredded (or your favorite blend)
1 lb. Pork breakfast sausage (Swaggerty’s Farm recommended)
1 small can Mushrooms (optional)
1/2 large Onion, chopped
1 Green pepper, chopped
2 Tbsp Salted butter
To taste Salt and black pepper

Instructions

Prep Pan: Grease a 9-inch by 13-inch baking pan.
Layer Eggs: Crack all 12 eggs directly into the prepared pan. Use a fork to poke each yolk or give them a very light scramble right in the dish.
Add Cream & Cheese: Pour the heavy cream evenly over the eggs. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheese over the top of the egg mixture.
Sauté Mix: In a skillet, brown the sausage and drain any excess grease. Add the butter, chopped onions, peppers, and mushrooms (if using) to the sausage. Cook until the vegetables are tender.
Assemble: Spread the hot sausage and vegetable mixture evenly over the eggs and cheese layer. Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
Bake: Bake at 350°F for 1 hour or until the eggs are completely set and the cheese is golden and bubbly.

Notes

Pro Tips -

The "Poke" Technique: Poking the yolks rather than fully beating the eggs gives the casserole a unique, marbled texture that is traditional for this specific recipe.
Drain the Sausage: Make sure to drain the sausage well before adding the vegetables and butter to keep the casserole from becoming oily.
Custom Veggies: If you aren't a fan of mushrooms, feel free to leave them out or swap them for diced tomatoes or spinach!