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mexican breakfast casserole

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🌮 A vibrant Mexican‑inspired breakfast casserole that delivers bold flavors and protein‑packed goodness for a quick, satisfying start to the day
⏰ Perfect for busy mornings or anytime brunch, this make‑ahead dish can be pre‑assembled and baked whenever you’re ready, saving you precious time

  • Total Time: 75 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings

Ingredients

– 567 g ground pork sausage or Mexican‑style chorizo provides smoky, spicy backbone

– 1 small white onion, diced adds sweet aromatics

– 1 poblano pepper or green bell pepper, diced contributes mild heat and color

– 2 tsp garlic, minced boosts savory depth

– ≈ 480 ml (2 cups) red or green salsa infuses Mexican flavor and moisture

– 1 can (≈ 425 g) black beans or pinto beans, rinsed and drained adds protein and fiber

– ⅔ cup (≈ 110 g) whole‑kernel corn (frozen or canned, drained) gives a pop of sweetness

– 1 tsp ground cumin enhances earthiness

– 1 tsp fine sea salt balances taste

– 12 large eggs the binding, protein‑rich base

– 80 ml (⅓ cup) milk (any variety) lightens the egg custard

– 8 corn tortillas, halved (or equivalent size flour tortillas) forms the sturdy layers

– 3 cups (≈ 340 g) shredded Mexican‑blend cheese (or cheddar/Monterey jack) creates a creamy, melty top

– diced avocado add fresh finish

– diced red onion add fresh finish

– chopped cilantro add fresh finish

– diced green onion add fresh finish

– sliced jalapeños add fresh finish

– crumbled cotija cheese add fresh finish

Notes

🌶️ Adjust the heat level by adding jalapeños, serrano chilies, hotter salsa, or a dash of hot sauce for extra kick
🧀 For a lighter version, use part‑skim cheese and a lean turkey or chicken sausage instead of pork
🕒 Make‑ahead tip: assemble the casserole up to step 6, cover, and refrigerate up to 24 hours or freeze for up to 3 months before baking

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 55 minutes
  • Category: Brunch
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Standard

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of casserole)
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 29g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 29g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 330mg