Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
0.5 pound

sweet Italian sausage

casings removed

0.5 pound

hot Italian sausage

casings removed

0.5 cup

shallots

chopped

3 unit

garlic cloves

chopped

0.5 cup

sun-dried tomatoes

chopped, drained oil-packed

4 tbsp

fresh Italian parsley

chopped

5 unit

eggs

large

3 unit

egg yolks

large

1 cup

half and half

1 cup

whipping cream

2 cup

mozzarella cheese

grated

0.5 tsp

salt

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2
~5 min

Butter a 13x9x2-inch glass baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 3
~5 min

Remove casings from sweet and hot Italian sausages.

Step 4
~5 min

Sauté sausage in a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat for about 10 minutes, breaking it up with a fork, until browned and cooked through.

Step 5
~5 min

Add chopped shallots and garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 3 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 6
~5 min

Add chopped, drained oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes and 3 tablespoons of chopped fresh Italian parsley; stir for 1 minute.

Step 7
~5 min

Spread the sausage mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 8
~5 min

In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, half and half, whipping cream, 1 1/2 cups of grated mozzarella cheese, and salt until well blended.

Step 9
~5 min

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage mixture in the dish.

Step 10
~5 min

Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of mozzarella cheese and 2 tablespoons of parsley over the top of the casserole.

Step 11
~5 min

Bake in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 12
~5 min

Let the casserole stand for about 10 minutes before serving.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a combination of different cheeses for a more complex flavor.

Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions for added nutrients.

Prepare the casserole the night before and bake in the morning for a quick and easy brunch.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1 day ahead and refrigerated.

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.

Serve with a green salad.

Serve with toast or croissants.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh fruit salad
Green salad
Toast

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular brunch dish in American cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter
Mother's Day

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Holiday
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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