Scotch Egg Casserole
This Scotch Egg Casserole is a delightful twist on the traditional British pub favorite, transforming the portable snack into a comforting, oven-baked breakfast masterpiece. It features tender boiled eggs nestled in savory pork sausage, layered over seasoned breadcrumbs, and crowned with melted cheddar and a tangy mustard cream. A play on textures and packed with bold, familiar flavors, it’s perfect for brunches or hearty morning gatherings.
Equipment
9x13 inch baking dish
Medium saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Skillet or frying pan
Whisk
knife
Cutting Board
Ingredients
6 large eggs - hard-boiled and peeled- 1 lb pork breakfast sausage - choose high-quality, uncased sausage meat
½ cup yellow onion - finely diced
2 cloves garlic - minced
2 cups bread - day-old, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 cup cheddar cheese - shredded, preferably sharp- 2 large eggs - beaten
- ¾ cup whole milk
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
¼ tsp ground black pepper
¼ tsp salt - adjust to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or oil and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage, breaking it into small chunks. After 5–6 minutes, add the diced onion and garlic. Cook until everything is golden and fragrant, about 3–4 more minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Slice each hard-boiled egg in half vertically and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Place the bread cubes in the greased baking dish. Top with the sausage mixture, spreading evenly. Nestle the halved boiled eggs into the mixture, yolk-side up for presentation.
- Pour the egg-milk mixture over the top, ensuring even coverage. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over everything.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes until the top is golden and the center is just set (a knife inserted should come out clean). Let rest 5 minutes before slicing.
Notes
- Swap pork sausage with chicken or turkey sausage for a lighter variation.
- Add fresh chives or parsley to the egg mixture for an herbal note.
- For added crunch, toast the bread cubes lightly before layering.
Nutrition
Calories: 469kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 27gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 13gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 325mgSodium: 907mgPotassium: 386mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 658IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 253mgIron: 3mg
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