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Sweet Potato Egg Casserole

Cozy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole for Effortless Mornings

Dive into this Sweet Potato Egg Casserole, a nutritious, family-friendly breakfast delight that makes hectic mornings effortless.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 3 cups sweet potatoes Chopped into ½ inch cubes; use Garnet or Jewel varieties
  • 1 lb turkey sausage Can be substituted with chicken sausage or omitted
  • 6 large eggs Consider using egg whites for a lighter version
  • 1 cup milk Substitute with almond milk for a dairy-free option
  • 1 medium onion Can be swapped with shallots
  • 1 cup green pepper Can be replaced with diced zucchini
  • 2 cloves garlic Use fresh cloves for robust flavor
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme Substitute with dried thyme if fresh is unavailable
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Use cheddar for sharpness or mozzarella for mildness; omit for dairy-free
For Cooking
  • 2 tbsp avocado oil Can be replaced with olive oil or butter

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch casserole dish
  • Large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and gather all your ingredients.
  2. Chop the sweet potatoes, onion, green pepper, and garlic into small, uniform pieces.
  3. Grease your casserole dish with avocado oil and sauté onions and garlic over medium heat for about 2 minutes.
  4. Add sweet potatoes and green pepper to the skillet, cooking for 8-9 minutes until softened and lightly browned.
  5. Transfer the sautéed vegetables into the greased casserole dish, spreading them evenly.
  6. In the same skillet, add turkey sausage and cook for about 5-6 minutes, breaking it into small pieces.
  7. Drain any excess liquid from the sausage and mix it with the sautéed vegetables in the casserole dish.
  8. Whisk the eggs, milk, thyme, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese together in a separate mixing bowl until smooth.
  9. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetables in the casserole dish, gently stirring everything.
  10. Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  11. Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 12000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2.5mg

Notes

Ensure sweet potatoes are cut into ½ inch cubes; let casserole rest for 15 minutes for easier serving.

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