How to Make Breakfast Lasagna
Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying breakfast option that’s both easy to make and full of flavor? Look no further than breakfast lasagna! This dish combines the hearty comfort of lasagna with the convenience of a breakfast casserole, creating a mouthwatering meal that will have your family reaching for seconds. In this article, we’ll guide you through the simple steps of making breakfast lasagna, so you can enjoy this delightful dish in the comfort of your own home.
Ingredients
Before you start, gather the following ingredients:
– 9 lasagna noodles
– 1 pound ground breakfast sausage (optional)
– 1 pound shredded mozzarella cheese
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 2 cups milk
– 2 eggs
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
– 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
– 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
– 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
– 1/4 teaspoon dried parsley
– 1/4 teaspoon paprika
– 1/2 cup chopped vegetables (such as bell peppers, onions, and spinach)
Instructions
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
2. Cook the lasagna noodles according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, cook the ground breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain the excess fat and set aside.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the heavy cream, milk, eggs, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, parsley, and paprika. Set aside.
5. Spread a thin layer of the cream mixture at the bottom of the greased baking dish.
6. Place a layer of lasagna noodles over the cream mixture, covering the entire bottom of the dish.
7. Sprinkle half of the mozzarella cheese, half of the cheddar cheese, half of the Parmesan cheese, and half of the cooked sausage over the noodles.
8. Add a layer of chopped vegetables, then pour half of the cream mixture over the vegetables.
9. Repeat the layers, using the remaining lasagna noodles, cheese, sausage, and cream mixture.
10. Finish with a layer of cheese on top.
11. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
12. Let the breakfast lasagna cool for 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy this hearty dish with a side of fresh fruit or a slice of crusty bread.
Now that you know how to make breakfast lasagna, you can start experimenting with different ingredients and variations to suit your taste. Whether you prefer a vegetarian version with a variety of vegetables or a classic combination with sausage and cheese, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your household. Happy cooking!
