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Healthy High-Protein Easter Breakfast Casserole

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A comforting, protein-packed breakfast casserole perfect for Easter or any special brunch, featuring lean turkey sausage, whole grain bread, fresh veggies, and cottage cheese for creaminess.

Ingredients

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  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened almond milk
  • 4 cups whole grain bread cubes (about 4 slices, lightly toasted)
  • 8 oz lean turkey sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach, roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion (optional)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and fresh cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease your 9×13 inch baking dish lightly with non-stick spray or a bit of olive oil.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the turkey sausage until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add onion and red bell pepper. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then toss in the spinach and cook just until wilted, about 1 minute. Remove from heat.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, almond milk, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until smooth and combined.
  5. Add the toasted bread cubes, cooked sausage, sautéed veggies, and shredded cheddar to the egg mixture. Fold gently to mix evenly without crushing the bread.
  6. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. Press down lightly with a spatula to compact it a bit.
  7. Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the casserole cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

If the top browns too quickly, loosely cover with foil halfway through baking. Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate to save time in the morning, adding 5-10 minutes to baking time if baking cold. Toasting the bread prevents sogginess. Use room temperature eggs for fluffiness. Drain excess grease from sausage to avoid a greasy casserole.

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