Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Prepare the Baking Dish and Pastry
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with olive oil or cooking spray.
- Carefully unroll the puff pastry sheet (or crescent roll dough) and gently press it into the prepared baking dish, allowing it to extend slightly up the sides to form a crust. Prick the bottom of the pastry with a fork a few times to prevent excessive puffing during baking.
Cook the Filling
- In a large non-stick skillet, cook the ground breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spatula, until it's browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
- Add the diced yellow onion and bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked sausage. Sauté until the vegetables have softened, about 5 minutes. If using, add the chopped fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Remove the skillet from heat and set the mixture aside to cool slightly.
Assemble and Bake
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the large eggs, milk (or half-and-half), salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) until everything is well combined and slightly frothy.
- Stir the shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture.
- Add the slightly cooled sausage and vegetable mixture to the egg and cheese mixture, stirring until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Pour the entire filling mixture into the puff pastry-lined baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the egg mixture is set in the center (a knife inserted into the center should come out clean) and the pastry crust is golden brown and flaky.
- Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing into 8 equal pieces. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
This Breakfast & Brunch Slice is excellent for meal prep! Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat individual slices in the microwave for 1-2 minutes or in a toaster oven for a crispier crust. Feel free to customize the vegetables with mushrooms, zucchini, or sun-dried tomatoes, or swap the sausage for cooked bacon or ham.
