Breakfast Sausage Gravy Casserole

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This Sausage Gravy Casserole with Egg Noodles is the perfect Brunch Recipe to feed a crowd in less than 30 minutes. This easy Breakfast can be prepared in 1 pan and is one of my family's most requested recipes.

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My Niece calls this recipe "Breakfast Hamburger Helper," but we also have this breakfast casserole for dinner, and nobody complains!!

Why This Sausage Gravy Casserole is the Best

• Speed: You can make this recipe in less than 30 minutes
• Easy Cleanup: Since the whole recipe is made in one pan, there is no mess to clean up after you eat.
• Simple Ingredients: These ingredients are basic grocery staples you can buy at any store.
• Affordable: All these ingredients are affordable, making this a great casserole for feeding a crowd on a budget.

What You Need To Make This Breakfast Casserole

• Ground Sausage: I always have a few pounds of ground breakfast sausage in my freezer. For convenience, I buy the kind that comes in 1-pound tubes.
• Egg Noodles: You can use any pasta you like. I chose egg noodles because they're a breakfast casserole and remind me of hamburger helper.
• Milk: Whole Milk works best, but you can use lower-fat milk, like 2%. I try to avoid skim and nut milk because they don't have that creaminess you want.
• Black Pepper: I love sausage gravy with fresh cracked black pepper. You can use more or less, depending on your preference.
• Butter: I know the sausage has a lot of fat, but butter is needed to give the gravy thickness and texture.
• Flour: The key to a thick sausage gravy is to add the flour to cook with the sausage and absorb all the fat.
• Cheese: I used a cheddar jack blend, breaking my rule, and using pre-shredded to save time. You can use any cheese you like. If you want the best texture, shred it yourself, but I understand if you skip this step.
• Scallions: I needed something green on the plate and I think scallions add a freshness to the dish since it can be very rich.

How To Make Sausage Gravy Casserole with Egg Noodles

1. Boil the Egg Noodles in water with chicken bouillon powder. You can use kosher salt, but I like cooking my noodles with as much flavor as possible. The Noodles should be slightly undercooked. Drain the noodles and set aside.
2. Cook the ground sausage in the pan. Break it up with a wooden spoon or a potato masher into even bite-size pieces.
3. Once the sausage is fully cooked, add the butter and stir until melted. Then add the flour and continue to stir until the flour has absorbed all the butter and sausage grease. About 2 minutes
4. Pour the milk into the pan and stir for about 3-4 minutes until the gravy has thickened. If it's too thick, add a few extra tablespoons of milk.
5. Add the egg noodles to the sausage gravy, stirring until the egg noodles are completely coated. Add black pepper and half of the scallions to taste. If you think it needs salt, you may add it now.
6. Top the casserole with shredded cheese and remaining scallions. Cover and simmer on low for 5 minutes. You can broil the casserole in the oven for 2-3 minutes until the cheese bubbles. Just make sure you are using an oven-safe pan.

Helpful Tips

• I made this casserole in a large electric skillet on my countertop. You can also use a wide Dutch oven or a cast-iron skillet.
• If you want, mushrooms and onions are a great add-on to bulk up this breakfast casserole.
• For added Crunch, I sometimes add crispy fried onions or crispy shoestring potato sticks on top. The kids love the potato sticks and eat the entire can at the table.
• Leftovers can be stored in a sealed container for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 90 days.
• Reheat in a pan over medium-low heat for 5-7 minutes until warmed. You can also Microwave for 2 minutes, stir, and repeat until hot.
• For a lower-calorie version, use ground turkey sausage and reduced-fat cheese with 2% milk.
• If you're looking for a classic sausage gravy, just skip the noodles and cheese and serve with biscuits instead.

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