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Make-Ahead Biscuits and Gravy Breakfast Casserole

This casserole is pure comfort food magic – all the flavors of biscuits and gravy in one easy dish! It's perfect for weekend brunch or when you want to treat your family to something special without the morning stress. Trust me, you'll want to keep a few portions stashed in the freezer!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can 16 ounces refrigerated jumbo biscuits (8 count)
  • 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 3 cups whole milk divided
  • 10 large eggs
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese divided
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • Cooking spray
  • Chopped fresh chives for garnish

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Cut each biscuit into 6 pieces and arrange in the bottom of the dish. Set aside.
  2. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook sausage until browned and crumbly, about 8-10 minutes. Don't drain the grease.
  3. Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage and stir to coat. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  4. Gradually add 2 cups of milk to the sausage mixture, stirring constantly. Add salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne if using. Bring to a simmer and cook until thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, remaining 1 cup milk, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
  6. Pour sausage gravy over the biscuit pieces, spreading evenly. Sprinkle with 1 cup of cheese. Pour egg mixture over everything, then top with remaining 1 cup cheese.
  7. Bake for 50-55 minutes until eggs are completely set and top is golden brown. Cover with foil if top browns too quickly.
  8. Let cool 10 minutes before serving. Garnish with chives. To freeze: cool completely, cut into squares, wrap individually in plastic wrap and foil, then freeze in a freezer bag for up to 2 months. Reheat in microwave for 3-4 minutes or in oven at 350°F for 25-30 minutes.