Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole Recipe
This Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole is a hearty and flavorful breakfast or brunch dish combining sautéed sweet potatoes, green bell pepper, onion, turkey sausage, and a rich egg mixture baked to perfection. Featuring aromatic thyme and mozzarella cheese, this casserole offers a balanced and nutritious start to your day with tender vegetables, protein-packed sausage, and a creamy baked egg base.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
- 5 cups cubed sweet potatoes (1/2-inch cubes preferred)
- 3 garlic cloves, freshly minced
Dairy & Eggs
- 10 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup whole milk
Meat
- 1 lb turkey sausage (uncooked)
Oils & Seasonings
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven and Prepare the Baking Dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While the oven warms, chop all vegetables and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish to prevent sticking during baking.
- Cook the Vegetables: Heat avocado oil in a Dutch oven or large saucepan over medium heat. Add chopped onion, green bell pepper, and sweet potatoes, cooking for 8-9 minutes while stirring occasionally until softened. Add minced garlic in the last 1-2 minutes and sauté for additional flavor. Remove vegetables and spread evenly in the prepared casserole dish.
- Cook the Sausage: In the same Dutch oven, cook the turkey sausage over medium heat until fully cooked and browned, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks. Add the cooked sausage to the vegetables in the casserole dish and mix well.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, dried thyme, salt, pepper, and shredded mozzarella cheese until smooth and well combined.
- Combine and Bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the vegetable and sausage blend in the casserole dish. Gently stir to distribute the egg mixture. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the center is firm. If the top starts browning too quickly during baking, loosely cover with foil to prevent burning.
- Cool and Serve: After baking, remove the casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for about 15 minutes. This resting time helps flavors develop and makes slicing easier. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious, hearty casserole.
Notes
- Use whole milk for a richer casserole; substitute with low-fat milk for a lighter option.
- Ensure sweet potatoes are cut uniformly into 1/2-inch cubes for even cooking.
- Cover the casserole with foil if it browns too quickly during baking.
- Let the casserole cool before slicing to maintain shape.
- This dish can be made ahead and refrigerated; reheat before serving.
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