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Cozy Loaded Biscuit and Gravy Casserole Recipe Easy Sausage Pepper Jack Breakfast

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A hearty and comforting breakfast casserole featuring flaky biscuits, savory sausage gravy, and spicy pepper jack cheese. Perfect for lazy mornings or brunch gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (16.3 oz / 462 g) refrigerated flaky biscuits (Pillsbury recommended)
  • 1 pound (450 g) breakfast sausage, mild or spicy
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ cups (600 ml) whole milk (or almond milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
  • 1 ½ cups (170 g) shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish lightly with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Open the can of refrigerated biscuits. Separate and cut each biscuit into quarters (about 4 pieces each). Place the biscuit pieces in a large mixing bowl.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove from the pan with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pan.
  4. To the skillet with sausage fat, add the butter and melt over medium heat. Stir in the flour and cook, whisking constantly, for about 2 minutes without browning.
  5. Slowly pour in the milk while whisking continuously to prevent lumps. Keep whisking until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes, until it coats the back of a spoon.
  6. Stir in salt, black pepper, and garlic powder if using. Return the cooked sausage to the pan and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Add 1 cup of shredded pepper jack cheese to the bowl with biscuit pieces. Toss gently to coat the biscuit pieces evenly.
  8. Spread the biscuit and cheese mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the sausage gravy evenly over the biscuits, covering all pieces.
  9. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of pepper jack cheese over the casserole for a melty, golden finish.
  10. Bake uncovered for 25-30 minutes, or until the biscuits are cooked through and the top is bubbly and golden brown.
  11. Remove from oven and let sit for 5 minutes. Sprinkle sliced green onions and parsley on top before serving.

Notes

If gravy is too thick before baking, stir in a splash more milk to loosen. Cut biscuits into quarters for best gravy absorption but avoid pieces too small to prevent mushiness. Browning sausage well is key for flavor. Whisk gravy constantly to avoid lumps. Let casserole rest 5 minutes after baking for easier cutting.

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Keywords: biscuits, sausage gravy, pepper jack cheese, breakfast casserole, brunch recipe, easy breakfast, comfort food

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