Ingredients

The following ingredients have 7 Servings
  • 1 pound spicy Italian sausage, ground
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 can butter flavored croissant rolls, cut into pieces
  • 10 large eggs
  • 3 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup Gruyere or Swiss cheese, grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 5 stalks green onion, finely chopped, optional
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped rosemary
  • cooking oil spray

Instruction

  • Preheat oven to 350º F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray.
  • Heat a large skillet and sauté Italian sausage with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, rosemary, green onions, if using. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Cook over medium-high heat until thoroughly browned, spreading and turning often. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Stir eggs, milk, and cream together in a large bowl. Add parmesan cheese to mixture and stir to combine.
  • Line the bottom of the casserole dish with the croissant pieces, then top with sausage. Pour egg and cheese mixture over the top.
  • Use a rubber spatula to compress the mixture slightly. Cover with plastic wrap or foil.
  • Refrigerate mixture 4-6 hours, or overnight if desired.
  • Sprinkle grated gruyere (or swiss) cheese across the top and place casserole dish in oven. Bake for 45-55 minutes, or until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
  • Remove from oven and let rest for 15 minutes. Serve hot and enjoy!