Description
Comforting biscuits and gravy casserole layered with flaky biscuit pieces, savory sausage and onion, creamy eggs, melted cheddar, and warm country gravy. Simple to assemble, perfect for weekend brunch or make-ahead breakfasts.
Ingredients
2 tbsp unsalted butter (for sautéing onion)
1/2 onion, diced
1 lb breakfast sausage (regular, spicy, or turkey)
10 oz refrigerated biscuit dough, cut into 2-inch pieces
5 eggs
1/2 cup whole milk or heavy cream
1 tsp oregano
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups prepared country gravy, warmed
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Butter or cooking spray, for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
2. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Crumble in sausage and cook until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.
3. Cut biscuit dough into 2-inch pieces and scatter evenly in the prepared dish. In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk or cream, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
4. Spread the sausage and onion mixture over the biscuit pieces. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top so it soaks into the biscuits.
5. Sprinkle shredded cheddar across the surface. Pour about 1 1/2 cups warm country gravy evenly over the casserole.
6. Bake 30 to 40 minutes, until the biscuits are golden and the center is set. Rest 5 minutes, slice, and serve warm with extra gravy if desired.
Notes
Variations: Use Italian, turkey, or vegetarian sausage. Add crispy bacon or diced ham for extra protein. Stir in bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for vegetables. Try Monterey Jack, Swiss, or smoked gouda for different cheese profiles.
Make ahead: Assemble, cover, and refrigerate up to 12 hours. Bake cold casserole 5 to 10 minutes longer.
Tips: Drain sausage well to avoid a greasy casserole. Do not drown the dish in gravy before baking; add more at serving.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 4 days. Freeze baked slices up to 2 months. Reheat in a 325°F oven until hot or microwave in short bursts.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 40
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square