Savory Sausage and Spinach Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients

• 1 lb Pork Breakfast Sausage
• 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 6 cups fresh spinach, chopped
• 8 large eggs
• 1 1/2 cups milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Cooking oil for greasing

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
   • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking oil.
2. Cook the Sausage
   • In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through. Break it into crumbles with a spatula as it cooks. Remove any excess fat.
3. Add Aromatics
   • Add chopped onions to the skillet and sauté until they become translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Add Spinach
   • Stir in the chopped spinach and cook until wilted. Remove the skillet from heat.
5. Prepare Egg Mixture
   • In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
6. Assemble the Casserole
   • Spread the sausage and spinach mixture evenly in the greased baking dish. Pour the egg mixture over the top, making sure it covers the ingredients.
7. Add Cheese
   • Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
8. Bake
   • Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes or until the center is set, and the top is golden brown.
9. Serve
   • Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm, and enjoy a hearty and flavorful breakfast!

Optional Variations

• Substitute Other Sausages:  Try different pork, chicken, or turkey sausages to bring out a different flavor profile.
• Cheese Choices:  Experiment with different cheese varieties such as mozzarella, Swiss, or pepper jack.
• Additional Veggies:  Enhance the casserole with diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or tomatoes.