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Cheddar Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole 

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I’m partnered with Campbell’s to bring you one of the coziest, easiest, and most special breakfasts you can make — especially for Mother’s Day.

This Cheddar Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole is everything you want in a morning dish: rich, creamy, cheesy, and completely stress-free. It’s layered with savory sausage, buttery sweet rolls, fluffy eggs, and the secret ingredient that brings it all together — Campbell’s Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup.

The best part? You can prep it ahead of time, pop it in the oven, and actually enjoy the morning. No rushing, no stress — just a warm, comforting breakfast that feels like a hug on a plate.

And for me, this one is extra special… because I made it with my son Anthony Jo. Recipes like this are what Mother’s Day is all about.

Melissa Jo

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A Cheddar Make-Ahead Breakfast casserole topped with melted cheese and green onions sits in a red dish on the kitchen counter. Behind it are three stacked cans of Campbell’s Cheddar Cheese soup.

🤔 Common Questions

Can I make this ahead of time?

Yes! That’s the best part. Assemble everything the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.

Can I substitute the sausage?

Absolutely — try bacon, turkey sausage, or even keep it vegetarian.

How do I know when it’s done?

The center should be set and not jiggly. A knife inserted should come out mostly c

Before You Cook

There’s something really special about recipes like this — the ones that aren’t complicated, but still feel like you went all out.

Using Campbell’s Condensed Cheddar Cheese Soup is one of those little shortcuts that makes a big difference. It gives you that rich, creamy, perfectly balanced cheddar flavor without needing to make a sauce from scratch. No roux, no extra steps — just smooth, reliable, delicious results every single time.

And honestly, that’s what makes this recipe perfect for Mother’s Day.

When Anthony Jo and I made this together, it wasn’t about making something fancy — it was about making something comforting, something easy, and something we could enjoy together without being stuck in the kitchen all morning.

That’s the kind of recipe you come back to.

A Cheddar Make-Ahead Breakfast casserole topped with melted cheese and green onions sits in a red dish. Behind it are three cans of Campbell’s soup, one labeled “Cheddar Cheese,” set in a bright kitchen.
Melissa Jo

Cheddar Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole

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This Cheddar Make-Ahead Breakfast Casserole is a rich, creamy, and easy brunch dish made with sausage, eggs, buttery rolls, and Campbell’s cheddar cheese soup for the ultimate fluffy, cheesy texture. Perfect for holidays or stress-free mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 5 people
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet and set aside.
  3. Butter and cube the sweet rolls.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, dry mustard, cayenne, and Campbell’s cheddar cheese soup.
  5. In a 9×13 baking dish, layer:
  6. Cubed bread
  7. Cooked sausage
  8. Egg mixture
  9. Gently shake the dish so everything settles evenly.
  10. Top with shredded cheddar, Colby cheese, and green onions.
  11. Bake uncovered for about 1 hour, until set and golden.

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👝 How to Store Leftovers

Store in an airtight container for 3-5 days.

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Recipe Creator & Cookbook Author

I'm Melissa Jo — the recipe creator, Amazon Live host, and everyday food lover behind Melissa Jo Real Recipes. I learned to cook the old-fashioned way, watching my Italian grandmother and my mama work their magic in the kitchen, and now I share easy, saucy, no-fuss meals for real life alongside the authentic Italian family recipes I grew up on. Grab a stick of butter and let's make something delicious together.

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