Sausage, Egg, and Cheese Biscuit Casserole

01Method

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

2. 2

   Press the biscuits into the bottom of the prepared dish, forming a single even layer.

3. 3

   Bake for about 8 minutes until the biscuits have puffed and turned lightly golden. Lower the oven temperature to 375°F (190°C), leaving the door ajar briefly to help it cool down.

4. 4

   While the biscuits bake, cook the sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up and stirring until fully browned, about 10 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.

5. 5

   Scatter the cooked sausage and cheese evenly over the biscuit layer.

6. 6

   In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until combined. Pour the mixture over the sausage and cheese — it won't fully submerge everything now, but will spread as it bakes.

7. 7

   Bake at 375°F (190°C) until the casserole is fully set and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center reads 165°F (74°C), about 25 minutes.