16 Breakfast Sausage Recipes To Make This Weekend

Way beyond the patty.

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Updated on June 29, 2024

Southern Living Sausage Hash Brown Casserole in the dish with a serving taken out and two glasses of orange juice — Photo:
Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

While sausage is delicious in a simple patty form alongside a couple of fried eggs, it can also be enjoyed for breakfast in a wide range of recipes. We're talking casseroles, muffins, quesadillas, quiches, and more. In fact, you'll probably be surprised to learn just how many different breakfast recipes you can make with sausage. We've rounded up our best recipes for enjoying sausage for breakfast that will convince you that you should keep a roll (or two!) of pork sausage in your fridge or freezer at all times.

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Sausage Gravy And Biscuits

Southern Living Sausage and Gravy served on a plate — Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

In the South, homemade gravy is never complete without the addition of sausage. You can make both the biscuits and sausage gravy from scratch in under an hour.

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Cheesy Sausage, Egg, and Hash Brown Casserole

Cheesy Sausage, Egg, and Hash Brown Casserole — Victor Protasio; Food Styling: Melissa Gray; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis

Whether you need a breakfast to impress overnight guests or simply want a new recipe to feed your hungry family on Saturday morning, this cheesy casserole will do the trick. There's not just one, but two types of cheese in the hearty casserole.

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Sausage And Egg Casserole

Sausage Egg Casserole - Southern Living — Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

This classic casserole is surprisingly simple. Plus, it can be assembled and stored in the refrigerator overnight so all you have to do the next morning is pop it into the oven.

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Breakfast Egg Muffins

Southern Living Sausage and Cheddar Egg Muffins — Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Make these egg muffins on the weekend and warm them up on weekday mornings for a quick and filling breakfast without any hassle. They can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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Breakfast Quesadilla

Southern Living Breakfast Quesadilla cut into wedges on plates topped with salsa and sour cream — Caitlin Bensel, Food Stylist: Rebecca Cummins

Quesadillas aren't just for lunch and dinner. Sausage, eggs, cheese, and veggies make up the filling of a delicious quesadilla that can be enjoyed first thing in the morning.

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Sausage-Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Southern Living Sausage Hash Brown Casserole in the dish with a serving taken out and two glasses of orange juice — Jen Causey; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Instead of serving hash browns, eggs, and sausage separately, this one-dish recipe combines them all into one casserole. Simply scoop and serve.

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Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet

Biscuits-and-Gravy Skillet — Jennifer Causey

Since we know not all Saturday mornings can be slow, this recipe calls for frozen Southern-style biscuits to help cut down on prep time. The shortcut helps this skillet breakfast come together with just five ingredients.

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Everything Bagel Casserole

Everything Bagel Casserole — Photographer Victor Protasio, Food Stylist Margaret Dickey, Prop Stylist Prissy Lee

We like to think that most things are even better when served in casserole form, and this recipe proves that bagels are one of those things. As with most casseroles, this one can also be assembled ahead of time.

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Biscuits-And-Gravy Casserole

Biscuits-and-Gravy Casserole Image — Southern Living

If you didn't think biscuits and gravy could be any more comforting, think again. Serving them up in a casserole dish with cheese will do the trick to take comfort to the next level.

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Cheese-And-Sausage Quiche

Cheese And Sausage Quiche in a pie plate with serving pieces — Will Dickey

Coming together in just 35 minutes, this quiche is not only quick but also filling. You can use mild, medium, or hot sausage depending on the spice level your family prefers.

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Cheesy Sausage-And-Croissant Casserole

sausage and croissant breakfast casserole - southern living — Alison Miksch

Since this recipe should be chilled in the refrigerator for 8 hours before baking, it makes it the ideal make-ahead option. Just make sure to reserve the cheese to add just before baking.

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Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits

Sausage Gravy Casserole with Cheddar-Cornmeal Biscuits — Greg Dupree; Prop Styling: Audrey Davis; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

If you're looking for a shortcut to make this casserole recipe a little easier, you can use frozen biscuits if desired. It can also be made ahead and stored in the freezer for up to two months.

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Sausage-And-Grits Quiche

Sausage-and-Grits Quiche — Melina Hammer

We upgraded quiche the Southern way by adding grits to the ingredient list. You can also easily double the recipe, just use a 13- x 9-inch dish instead, if you need to feed a larger crowd.

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Sausage, Biscuit, And Gravy Bake

Sausage, Biscuit, and Gravy Bake

You can never go wrong with the trio of sausage, biscuits, and gravy. Plus, the layer of cheese on top of the casserole takes it to the next level.

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Sausage-Cheddar Muffins

Southern Living Sausage Cheddar Muffins in a bowl ready to serve — Victor Protasio; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners; Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

These cheesy sausage muffins are great alone, but even better with a little hot sauce. Before baking, you'll sprinkle a little cheese over each muffin, which perfectly crisps up in the oven. They stay good for up to three days when stored in the fridge.

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Sausage Balls

Sausage Balls - Southern Living — Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox

Sausage balls are the perfect on-the-go breakfast for the week. So, make them on a slow Sunday morning and graze on them for the next few days. The recipe makes eight dozen balls, which is the ideal amount for a normal-sized family. (No, really—you think it's a lot until you start eating them and realize how quickly they disappear!)

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