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Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole

Delicious Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole for Busy Mornings

This Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole is a healthy and convenient breakfast option, perfect for busy mornings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Ingredients for the Casserole
  • 3 cups sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound turkey sausage or chicken sausage
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk or almond/oat milk
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or dried thyme
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or mozzarella, or dairy-free cheese
Optional Toppings
  • 1 medium avocado sliced
  • to taste fresh herbs like parsley or chives

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Skillet
  • casserole dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Sauté the sweet potatoes, onion, green pepper, and garlic in a skillet over medium heat for 8-9 minutes until soft.
  3. Spread the cooked vegetable mixture evenly into a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish.
  4. In the same skillet, cook the turkey sausage until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  5. Combine the sausage with the sautéed vegetables in the casserole dish.
  6. Whisk together the eggs, milk, thyme, salt, pepper, and shredded cheese until frothy.
  7. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetable blend and gently stir to combine.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes until the center is firm and lightly golden.
  9. Let the casserole cool for about 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite vegetables or proteins. Make ahead by preparing the casserole the night before and refrigerating overnight.

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