Low-carb bake with sausage, peppers, eggs, and cheese for a hearty morning start.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Protein
01 - 1 pound breakfast sausage, casings removed
→ Vegetables
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
03 - 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
04 - 1 small yellow onion, diced
05 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
→ Eggs and Dairy
06 - 8 large eggs
07 - 1/2 cup heavy cream
08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
→ Herbs and Seasonings
11 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add sausage and cook, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 8 minutes. Transfer to a plate using a slotted spoon.
03 - In the same skillet, add onion and both bell peppers. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 additional minute until fragrant.
04 - Transfer cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables to the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly across the bottom.
05 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir in half of the cheddar and mozzarella cheese.
06 - Pour egg mixture over sausage and vegetables. Sprinkle remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
07 - Bake for 30 to 35 minutes until eggs are completely set and top is golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley, slice into portions, and serve warm.
