Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole Recipe
This Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole is a hearty and nutritious breakfast or brunch dish combining tender sweet potatoes, savory turkey sausage, and fluffy eggs baked to perfection with melted mozzarella cheese. It’s a comforting one-pan meal full of flavor and protein, perfect for family gatherings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 5 cups cubed sweet potatoes
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Meat
- 1 pound turkey sausage
Egg Mixture
- 10 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (plant-based milk can be substituted)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
Cheese
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and green bell pepper and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
- Cook sweet potatoes: Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the skillet with the vegetables. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender but not mushy.
- Brown the sausage: Push the vegetable and sweet potato mixture to the side of the skillet and add the turkey sausage. Break the sausage into small pieces and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 7 minutes. Mix everything together in the skillet and remove from heat.
- Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Prepare egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dried thyme, salt, and pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Assemble casserole: Transfer the cooked sweet potato, vegetable, and sausage mixture into the prepared baking dish. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top. Sprinkle the grated mozzarella cheese evenly over everything.
- Bake: Place the casserole into the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden. Check doneness by inserting a toothpick or knife near the center; it should come out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the casserole to cool for about 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your wholesome, savory breakfast casserole.
Notes
- Plant-based milk can be used instead of dairy milk for a dairy-free option.
- Ground pork or chicken sausage can substitute turkey sausage.
- For extra flavor, add diced jalapeño or smoked paprika to the vegetable sauté.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated in the oven or microwave.
- This casserole can be prepared a day ahead and baked fresh in the morning for convenience.
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