Charleston Breakfast Casserole

Name: Charleston Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Southern Recipes, American
Ingredients: 12 whole Bacon; 1 whole Bell Pepper; 0.25 cup Butter; 3 cups Croutons; 6 whole Eggs; 0.5 tsp Salt & Pepper; 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese; 1.75 cups Whole Milk; 1 tbsp Yellow Mustard

Breakfast 🍳 Southern Recipes 🇺🇸American High-Protein 💪Comfort-Food

Charleston Breakfast Casserole layers buttery croutons with sharp Cheddar, smoky bacon, and sweet bell pepper, all baked into a custardy egg base. The result is savory, rich, and slightly tangy from mustard, with a golden, satisfyingly crunchy top. Ideal for weekend brunches or holiday mornings when you want a hearty, shareable dish.

Prep20 mins
Cook50 mins
Serves8
DifficultyEasy

1

Place the bacon in a large, deep skillet. Cook over medium-high heat until evenly browned. Drain, crumble, and set aside.
2

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
3

Melt the butter in the microwave or in a small pan on the stove over low heat. Spray a 9x12-inch baking dish with vegetable spray. Place the croutons in the bottom of the dish and drizzle with the melted butter. Sprinkle with the grated Cheddar cheese.
4

Crack the eggs into a bowl, whisking to break up the yolks. Add the milk, peppers, mustard, salt, and pepper, and beat until well combined. Pour over the croutons and cheese, and sprinkle with the crumbled bacon.
5

Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes. Remove from the oven and let stand for 10 minutes before serving.