Simple Sausage Casserole Recipe

Excellent recipe! It was a big hit with my family. I did tweak it a littl though, I added half of a sweet onion, minced, some chopped mushrooms, and some garlic powder to the spread. Then when it was done I brushed the top with margerine and sprinkled on some parmessan cheeze. As my fiancee said, "It tastes like more!"

This was soooo good! I did make some changes, and I know some people don't like when we do this, but too bad. I've been cooking for over 50 yrs and usually make a recipe I think has potential the way my family likes things. First, I only made half the amount as there is only my husband and myself now. I used one can of crescent rolls and spread out 1/2 in the bottom of a greased 8X8 pan, making sure the seams were sealed. I pre-baked this at 375 degrees for 8 minutes. While this was baking, I sauteed some diced onion, green pepper and mushrooms in a TBS of butter. When they softened, I added about a cup of Jimmy Dean Sausage Crumbles, which are fully cooked, and 1/3 of an 8 oz brick of softened cream cheese, then stirred it all together until the cheese was melted. At the same time, I whipped up 4 eggs with about a TBS of Half & Half, some garlic & onion powder, celery salt, black pepper and dried parsley, then scrambled them in another pan until they were soft set. After the bottom crust was ready, I spread the sausage mixture on top of it, then layered the scrambled eggs on top of that, then sprinkled about 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the eggs. I then added the other 1/2 can of crescent rolls on top of the shredded cheese, stretching the rolls out to cover the dish, and continued to bake for another 18 minutes. The crust was flaky and the filling had lots of flavor. My husband and I both loved it! I will be making this again and again! Thanks to the OP for the base recipe.

I've made this recipe for years now. I add pepper Jack cheese and scrambled eggs to mine and then put the other crescent roll on top.....my family absolutely loves it like that!!

As others had mentioned, this is a great base recipe. I prefer more seasonings and flavor so I made some adjustments based on users comments. I baked the bottom dough for 8 minutes first After that I baked 5 hashbrown patties that I added on top of the meat. Strongly recommend the hashbrown patties. Before I cooked the meat I warmed up some onion, green onion, red bell pepper. I added some garlic later when the meat was almost done. I also bought some hot ground sausage. Next time I think I will get some Jimmy Dean hot sausage. I seasoned the meat with pepper, crushed red pepper flakes, a little garlic powder and a small amount of salt. Next time I will only use 1/2 to 2/3 of the cream cheese, I personally thought using the whole 8oz block was too much. I also baked the casserole for about 16 minutes. This was really good. Very rich and filling. I didn't need to eat until much later in the evening. I cut the leftovers into squares, wrapped them individually and put some in the freezer and a couple in the refrigerator. I look forward to making this again. Give it a try, it's a treat. I am curious about adding eggs into the mix but what I made was so dense and filling I don't think I will really need to toss some eggs into it.

I have made these 3 times now. Each time a little differently. They are very good. I wld recommend adding some diced onion and minced garlic to the sausage while cooking. Also fresh ground pepper and red pepper flakes for added flavor. Then drain and mix with cream cheese. Top with 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese. Can either bake as instructed between 2 layers of crescent rolls or stuffed inside crescent rolls after cutting in half.

Turned it into a wonderful breakfast casserole. Scrambled a bunch of eggs, layered them in, adding grated pepper jack cheese to the cream cheese and sausage. Served with sprinkled copped green onions on top. What a hit!! Great blank canvas recipe.

I did not really care for this dish but my family loved it and took some to their friends. Changes were top crust was crescent rolls Grands bought by mistake. The family liked the thick crust. I added cheddar cheese on top of sausage mix and then put last crescent rolls over that.

You can use two of everything 2 cans of crescent rolls, 2lb of cooked sausage, 2 of cream cheese. Put one can in bottom of 9x13 dish, one in top and sausage mixture in between. Use one of each three ingredients and bake in 8” square dish. Add peppers,onions, etc. to your taste. My grandkids love this.This is always a hit with friends and family!

I made this with sweet Italian sausage, spaghetti sauce and mozzarella cheese. Should have baked it a little longer, but otherwise, delicious! A break from our usual Friday frozen pizza!

A great basic recipe! Every time I've made it, I've added more to it. Tonight: 2 small grated potatoes, 1/4 chopped onion, clove minced garlic, a couple of sprinkles of TJ Umami AND at last minute decided to add about 3/4 cup leftover artichoke-jalopeno dip. My husband went crazy over it. I guess it is a winner, but I say, just have fun with a good basic recipe!

Amazing. Followed some suggestions and added diced onion and mushrooms as well as frozen spinach (squeezed dry) to the sausage. Would probably lower the ratio of cream cheese to meat a bit but it was pretty good as is. Will definitely do again.

I’ve made this for years! I don’t bake the bottom layer first. I scramble/cook six eggs and spread it on top of the sausage, then sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of the eggs, add the top layer and bake for about 15 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.

Bro, I need to make this again, like yesterday.

This recipe is so easy and so delicious. Crowd favorite. Let it cool before cutting. Also, it freezes well. Just pot in the microwave or oven to reheat for breakfast or quick dinner entree.

I added a 1/2 cup of chopped onions and about a Tblps. of hot sauce to the sausage and cheese mixture, as the recipe sounded too bland. The results were delicious!

I really liked it. I am in my 70's so I appreciate a recipe that is easy to prepare but tastes great. I will make this again. Thanks for the receipe. had it Christmas morning.

Would make great for a group potluck or breakfast meal. Fast and super easy! I topped mine with shredded fiesta mix cheese.

Great recipe that's a good starter to be able add a variety of other things to, or simply serve as is. I definitely recommend it. Mistake proof.

Amazing. Followed some suggestions and added diced onion and mushrooms as well as frozen spinach (squeezed dry) to the sausage. Would probably lower the ratio of cream cheese to meat a bit but it was pretty good as is. Will definitely do again.

It need a little more to give it more flavor.