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Tahoe Brunch

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This Tahoe Brunch is a comforting, make-ahead dish perfect for weekend gatherings or lazy mornings. It features layers of buttered white bread, savory browned mushrooms and onions, spicy Italian sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese. The entire assembly is soaked in a rich egg and milk custard seasoned with dry mustard and nutmeg, then baked until golden and bubbly. The result is a textural delight where the bread absorbs the savory juices, creating a cohesive, custard-like interior with a crisp top.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2
Calories: 798
Dietary: Vegan
Description
This Tahoe Brunch is a comforting, make-ahead dish perfect for weekend gatherings or lazy mornings. It features layers of buttered white bread, savory browned mushrooms and onions, spicy Italian sausage, and sharp cheddar cheese. The entire assembly is soaked in a rich egg and milk custard seasoned with dry mustard and nutmeg, then baked until golden and bubbly. The result is a textural delight where the bread absorbs the savory juices, creating a cohesive, custard-like interior with a crisp top.
Ingredients
  • White bread, crusts removed
  • Butter, softened (for bread)
  • Butter (for cooking)
  • Fresh mushrooms, sliced
  • Yellow onions, thinly sliced
  • Mild Italian sausage
  • Cheddar cheese, grated
  • Eggs
  • Milk
  • Dry mustard
  • Nutmeg
  • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. 2
    Butter both sides of the bread slices with softened butter and set aside.
  3. 3
    In a 10-12 inch skillet, melt 1/2 cup of butter over medium heat.
  4. 4
    Add sliced mushrooms and onions to the skillet; cook slowly until tender and browned.
  5. 5
    Season the mushroom and onion mixture with salt and pepper to taste, then set aside.
  6. 6
    Cook the Italian sausage in a separate pan until browned and cooked through; cut into bite-sized pieces.
  7. 7
    Grease an 11x7 inch shallow casserole dish.
  8. 8
    Layer half of the buttered bread slices in the bottom of the dish.
  9. 9
    Spread the mushroom and onion mixture over the bread, followed by the sausage pieces.
  10. 10
    Sprinkle half of the grated cheddar cheese over the sausage.
  11. 11
    Repeat the layers with the remaining bread, mushroom mixture, sausage, and the rest of the cheese.
  12. 12
    In a medium bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, dry mustard, nutmeg, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper until well combined.
  13. 13
    Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered casserole.
  14. 14
    Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate overnight to allow the bread to absorb the custard.
  15. 15
    Remove from refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes while oven preheats.
  16. 16
    Sprinkle fresh parsley over the top of the casserole.
  17. 17
    Bake uncovered at 350°F (177°C) for 1 hour, or until the custard is set and the top is bubbly and golden.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2 cups

Amount Per Serving
Calories 798kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 45.0g70%
Saturated Fat 22.0g111%
Cholesterol 250mg84%
Sodium 1473mg62%
Total Carbohydrate 35.0g12%
Dietary Fiber 2.0g8%
Sugars 6.0g
Protein 45.0g90%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: brunch, casserole, sausage, cheese, breakfast, make-ahead, mushrooms, custard, eggs, bread, comfort-food, baked, layered, hearty, american, vegetarian-option, family-style, holiday, weekend
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