How to Make Brunch on the Bayou - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brunch on the Bayou is a delightful and unique recipe that captures the essence of traditional southern cuisine with a modern twist. This delectable dish combines classic bayou flavors with the comfort and decadence of a brunch favorite, making it the perfect option for a laid-back weekend meal with family and friends.

With a rich and flavorful base of Cajun seasoning, shrimp, and andouille sausage, this dish is an ode to the vibrant and diverse culture of the Louisiana bayou. The add...

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Ingredients

  • 4 ounces Italian sausage, casings removed
  • ½ (1 pound) loaf day old French bread, broken into small pieces
  • 3 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 1 pound shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 10 large eggs
  • 1 ½ cups whole milk
  • ⅓ cup white wine
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 9 hrs 45 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 1 (9x13-inch) casserole

  • Place sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir until evenly browned. Drain grease and set aside.
  • Spread bread pieces in the bottom of a 9x13-inch baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter, then sprinkle with cooked sausage. Cover with cheese.
  • Whisk together eggs, milk, white wine, green onions, and Dijon mustard in a large bowl. Season with black pepper and red pepper flakes. Pour egg mixture over sausage in the baking dish. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours to overnight.
  • Remove the dish from the refrigerator 30 minutes before baking to let it come to room temperature. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for 30 more minutes.
  • Remove from the oven and spread sour cream over the top. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Return to the oven and bake until cheese begins to brown slightly, about 10 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    664 cal.

    • Total Fat: 42g
    • Saturated Fat: 22g
    • Cholesterol: 329mg
    • Sodium: 1086mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 36g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 35g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 632mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 377mg