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Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole Recipe

Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole Recipe
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This Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole is a wholesome and hearty breakfast dish that combines tender sweet potatoes, savory turkey sausage, and a rich egg mixture with mozzarella cheese. Perfect for a nutritious morning meal, it blends flavors and textures in a simple bake that is both filling and flavorful.

Ingredients

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Vegetables

  • 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 5 cups cubed sweet potatoes
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

Protein

  • 1 pound turkey sausage
  • 10 eggs

Dairy & Oils

  • 2 tablespoons avocado oil
  • 1/2 cup milk (plant-based milk can be substituted)
  • 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven is heating, chop all your vegetables and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking during baking.
  2. Cook the Vegetables: Heat avocado oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan. Add chopped onion, green pepper, and sweet potatoes, cooking for 8-9 minutes until they begin to soften. In the last 1-2 minutes, add minced garlic and sauté briefly. Remove vegetables and spread evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
  3. Cook the Sausage: Using the same pan, sauté the turkey sausage until fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Once done, add the sausage to the vegetables in the casserole dish and mix well.
  4. Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and shredded mozzarella cheese until smooth and well combined.
  5. Combine and Bake: Pour the whisked egg mixture over the sausage and vegetable mixture in the dish. Stir gently to distribute evenly. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is firm. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil to prevent burning.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for about 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to settle and to make slicing easier. Enjoy your delicious breakfast casserole!

Notes

  • You can substitute plant-based milk to make this recipe dairy-free.
  • Cover with foil if the casserole browns too quickly during baking to prevent burning.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for extra nutrition.
  • This casserole can be made ahead of time and refrigerated overnight before baking.
  • Leftovers keep well for up to 3 days when stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

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