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Make Ahead Breakfast Casserole

This breakfast casserole is loaded with turkey bacon, fresh vegetables, and cheese. It’s easy to prepare in advance for a quick and satisfying breakfast that serves a crowd!
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Course: Breakfast
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 50 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: 341kcal
Author: Liora

Ingredients

  • 12 oz package turkey bacon
  • 2 teaspoons olive or avocado oil
  • 2 cups red potatoes diced into small ¼-inch pieces
  • ½ yellow onion chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper chopped
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 cups baby spinach
  • 12 eggs
  • ½ cup unsweetened non-dairy milk such as almond milk
  • ¾ teaspoon sea salt divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper divided
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Preheat your oven to 400°F if baking immediately. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  • Cook the turkey bacon according to package instructions. Allow it to cool, then chop into small to medium pieces.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced potatoes, chopped red bell pepper, onion, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper. Cook for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and onions are translucent.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 more minutes until fragrant.
  • Add the baby spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until it starts to wilt. Remove from heat, add the chopped turkey bacon, and mix well.
  • Transfer the vegetable and bacon mixture to the prepared baking dish. Let it cool for 5–10 minutes while preparing the egg mixture.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, non-dairy milk, paprika, garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper until smooth.
  • Add the shredded cheddar cheese to the eggs and stir until evenly combined.
  • Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the vegetable and bacon mixture. Stir gently to ensure everything is evenly distributed.
  • Option 1: Store overnight – Cover the dish with foil or plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to bake.
  • Option 2: Bake immediately – Skip refrigeration and proceed to bake.
  • If refrigerated, remove the casserole from the fridge about 10–15 minutes before baking to allow it to come to room temperature.
  • Bake uncovered in the oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  • Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For immediate baking: Skip the refrigeration step. Simply bake uncovered at 400°F for 25–30 minutes.
  • Vegetable swaps: Feel free to use any other vegetables you like, such as zucchini, broccoli, or mushrooms.
  • Cheese options: For variation, try mozzarella, pepper jack, or feta instead of cheddar.
Please note that the nutritional values are provided by an online calculator and should be considered as an estimate.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Slice | Calories: 341kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 322mg | Sodium: 974mg | Potassium: 297mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g