HEALTHY BREAKFAST CASSEROLE RECIPE

This is healthy breakfast casserole that's perfect for a yummy breakfast or brunch. Since it's prepared ahead, it's convenient for serving on special occasions when you're hosting overnight guests.

Prep Time    : 20  mins + chilling

Bake Time    : 35 mins + standing

Servings      : 12

INGREDIENTS

·         12 ounces reduced-fat bulk pork sausage

·         1 medium onion, chopped

·         2 large eggs

·         4 large egg whites

·         2 cups fat-free milk

·         1-1/2 teaspoons ground mustard

·         1 teaspoon salt

·         1/4 teaspoon pepper

·         8 slices firm white bread, cubed

·         2 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS

1.   In a nonstick skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until sausage is no longer pink; drain and cool.

2.   In a large bowl, beat the eggs, egg whites, milk, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the bread cubes, cheese and sausage mixture. Pour into a 13x9-in. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate overnight.

3.   Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting.

NUTRITION

1 piece: 211 calories, 11g fat (5g saturated fat), 51mg cholesterol, 690mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 1g fiber), 15g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 lean meat, 1 starch, 1 fat.

Recipe from tasteofhome.com

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