This hearty Hominy and Sausage Bake is a comforting Tex-Mex dish that combines creamy hominy with spicy chorizo and rich cheddar cheese. The eggs bind the mixture into a savory casserole that holds together beautifully, offering a texture similar to a frittata or cornbread pudding. It 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for breakfast for dinner, a potluck side, or a quick weeknight meal. The blend of green chilies and onions adds a fresh, zesty contrast to the rich sausage. Simple to assemble and bake, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.
Hominy & Sausage Bake
Description
This hearty Hominy and Sausage Bake is a comforting Tex-Mex dish that combines creamy hominy with spicy chorizo and rich cheddar cheese. The eggs bind the mixture into a savory casserole that holds together beautifully, offering a texture similar to a frittata or cornbread pudding. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for breakfast for dinner, a potluck side, or a quick weeknight meal. The blend of green chilies and onions adds a fresh, zesty contrast to the rich sausage. Simple to assemble and bake, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal effort.Ingredients
Directions
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Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Grease a 9-inch square glass baking dish with butter or non-stick cooking spray.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained hominy, beaten eggs, cooked and crumbled sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and chopped green chilies.
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Stir the mixture until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
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Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
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Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
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Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 862.0kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 46.6g72%
- Saturated Fat 16.2g81%
- Cholesterol 104.0mg35%
- Sodium 1616.0mg68%
- Total Carbohydrate 59.0g20%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Sugars 1.0g
- Protein 45.4g91%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
If using raw sausage, cook and drain it in a skillet before adding to the mixture to remove excess grease.
For a spicier kick, use fresh jalapeños instead of canned green chilies.
This dish can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat slices in the microwave or oven.