Slow Cooker Sausage Egg Breakfast Casserole
A hearty breakfast casserole that combines turkey sausage, cottage cheese, and cheddar with beaten eggs, slow-cooked until firm and bubbly. Perfect for weekend mornings, holiday brunches, or meal prep when feeding a crowd. The cottage cheese adds protein and creaminess while keeping the dish lighter than traditional versions. Green peppers and onions provide fresh crunch and color to balance the rich eggs and cheese.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups cottage cheese, rinsed and drained
- 2 packages turkey breakfast sausage links, 12 oz packages
- 3 tsp olive oil, divided
- 1 whole green pepper, cut into thin strips
- 2 cups cheddar cheese, grated
- ½ cup green onions, sliced
- 2 T green onions, sliced, for garnish
- 1 tsp Spike Seasoning, or more(optional)garlic powder + onion powder1/2 tsp eachbasic
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- fresh ground black pepper, to taste(optional)
- 14 whole eggs, beaten
Instructions
- 1
Spray slow cooker with non-stick spray
- 2
Rinse cottage cheese in fine mesh colander until creamy part washes away, let drain
- 3
Heat olive oil in large frying pan over medium-high heat and brown half the sausages well
- 4
Transfer sausage to cutting board and repeat with remaining sausages
- 5
Brown green pepper strips in remaining oil for 2-3 minutes
- 6
Cut sausages into halves or fourths and layer in slow cooker with pepper strips
- 7
Sprinkle drained cottage cheese and grated cheddar over sausages
- 8
Top with sliced green onions and season with Spike seasoning and black pepper
- 9
Beat eggs until well-combined and pour over mixture
- 10
Stir gently with fork to distribute sausages and peppers evenly
- 11
Cover and cook on low for 2 hours until eggs are firm in center and cheese is melted
- 12
Sprinkle with remaining green onions and serve hot
Tips
Rinse cottage cheese thoroughly to remove the creamy coating for better texture and less liquid in the final dish.
Cook sausages in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which prevents proper browning.
Stir gently after adding eggs to ensure even distribution of ingredients without breaking up the sausages too much.
Good to Know
refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days in covered container
assemble night before, refrigerate, add 30 minutes to cooking time
serve hot directly from slow cooker, garnish with fresh green onions
Common Mistakes
rinse cottage cheese thoroughly to avoid excess liquid in casserole
brown sausages well to avoid greasy texture
beat eggs completely to avoid streaky appearance
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
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FAQ
Can I use regular breakfast sausage instead of turkey?
Yes, pork breakfast sausage works perfectly. Use the same amount and cooking method, though it will be slightly more rich and fatty than turkey sausage.
What if I don't have Spike seasoning?
Substitute with 1/2 teaspoon each of garlic powder and onion powder, or use your favorite seasoning salt blend to taste.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm the whole casserole in a 350F oven.