Description
Delight in the flavors of the Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole, a scrumptious dish that effortlessly combines nutritious ingredients into a comforting meal. This casserole features tender sweet potatoes, savory turkey sausage, and fluffy eggs baked to perfection with a sprinkle of mozzarella cheese. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner, it’s easy to prepare and great for meal prep. With just 15 minutes of prep time and endless customization options, this recipe quickly becomes a family favorite. Whether served warm with fresh herbs or alongside a crisp salad, the Easy Sweet Potato Egg Casserole is a wholesome addition to any table.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1/2 large yellow onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 5 cups cubed sweet potatoes
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 pound turkey sausage
- 10 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (plant-based milk can be substituted)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 cup grated mozzarella cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a cast iron skillet, heat avocado oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and green bell pepper until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add turkey sausage and cook until browned (7-10 minutes).
- Stir in sweet potatoes and minced garlic; cook until sweet potatoes soften (5-7 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sautéed ingredients in the skillet; stir gently.
- Top with grated mozzarella cheese and transfer to the oven. Bake for 30-40 minutes or until set.
- Allow to cool slightly before slicing into wedges and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 240mg