Description
Sweet Potato Egg Casserole is a wholesome, make-ahead breakfast bake made with turkey sausage, tender sweet potatoes, eggs, and cheese. Ideal for meal prep, brunch, or a protein-packed morning meal.
Ingredients
For the Base
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 lb uncooked turkey sausage
- 5 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed (1-inch pieces)
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 large yellow onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
For the Egg Mixture
- 1/2 cup milk (whole milk recommended)
- 10 large eggs
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook turkey sausage until browned, breaking into crumbles. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sweet potatoes and cook for 8–10 minutes until starting to soften.
- Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic; cook 3–5 minutes more until fragrant and tender.
- Spread vegetables evenly in the baking dish and top with cooked sausage.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, thyme, and pepper. Stir in mozzarella.
- Pour egg mixture evenly over sausage and vegetables.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until center is set.
- Rest 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Cut sweet potatoes evenly to ensure uniform cooking.
- Let the casserole rest before slicing for cleaner portions.
- Customize with spinach, kale, or different cheeses if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes