Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
1 tbsp

corn oil margarine

melted

0.5 lb

fresh mushrooms

sliced

2 cup

onion

thinly sliced

1 pinch

seasoned pepper

to taste

1 lb

mild Italian sausage

sliced and browned

12 slice

wheat bread

crusts removed

2 cup

reduced-fat Cheddar cheese

grated

1 cup

liquid egg substitute

liquid

1.5 cup

skim milk

liquid

1 cup

buttermilk

liquid

1 tbsp

Dijon mustard

liquid

1 tsp

dry mustard

powder

1 tsp

nutmeg

ground

0.5 tsp

salt

0.25 cup

fresh parsley

chopped

0.5 tsp

paprika

ground

Step 1
~4 min

Melt corn oil margarine in a large skillet.

Step 2
~4 min

Sauté sliced mushrooms and thinly sliced onion in the skillet for 6 to 8 minutes, until tender.

Step 3
~4 min

Season with pepper to taste.

Step 4
~4 min

Remove the mushroom and onion mixture from the pan and set aside.

Step 5
~4 min

In the same pan, simmer mild Italian sausage in 1/2 cup of water, covered, for 10 to 12 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Drain the water from the pan.

Step 7
~4 min

Slice the sausage into 1/4-inch slices.

Step 8
~4 min

Brown the sausage slices slightly in the pan.

Step 9
~4 min

Drain any excess fat from the sausage and place the slices on paper towels.

Step 10
~4 min

Spray a 13 x 9-inch (3-quart) baking dish with nonstick vegetable spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 11
~4 min

Layer half of the wheat bread slices in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 12
~4 min

Spread half of the mushroom mixture over the bread.

Step 13
~4 min

Distribute half of the sausage slices over the mushroom mixture.

Step 14
~4 min

Sprinkle half of the grated reduced-fat Cheddar cheese over the sausage.

Step 15
~4 min

Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, mushroom mixture, sausage, and cheese, ending with cheese on top.

Step 16
~4 min

In a separate bowl, whisk together the liquid egg substitute, skim milk, buttermilk, Dijon mustard, dry mustard, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 17
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 18
~4 min

Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley and paprika over the top.

Step 19
~4 min

Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Prepare the casserole the night before and bake in the morning.

Add other vegetables such as bell peppers or spinach.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled the night before.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of fresh fruit.

Accompany with a green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Green salad with vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular breakfast casserole dish often served during holidays and family gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Thanksgiving
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holidays
Family Gatherings

Popularity Score

70/100

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