Indulge in this delicious and convenient overnight breakfast bake packed with sausage, egg, and cheese - perfect for cozy mornings and special occasions spent with family and friends.
In a skillet, brown the maple-flavored breakfast sausage over medium heat. Once cooked, set aside to drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Slice the Italian bread into 1-inch thick pieces and remove the crusts.
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Grease a high-sided 9x13-inch baking dish and arrange the bread slices to cover the bottom of the dish, adjusting them as needed to fit.
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Distribute the cooked sausage evenly over the arranged bread. Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded Gruyère cheese over the sausage.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the 8 eggs and 1 cup of whole milk. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the bread, sausage, and cheese in the baking dish.
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Cover the dish with foil or plastic wrap and place it in the refrigerator to set overnight.
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When you're ready to serve, preheat the oven to 350°F and remove the covering from the baking dish.
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Bake the breakfast bake for 35 minutes, or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the bake stand for a few minutes before serving.