Low Residue Breakfast Casserole

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This breakfast casserole is tender and creamy with a golden top and fluffy egg center. It uses mild pork sausage and skips irritating ingredients like onions and bell peppers. With lactose-free yogurt in place of sour cream and no added spices, it’s made for easy digestion. Perfect for anyone on a low fiber or bowel rest diet.

Ingredients Needed:

• 2 pounds mild pork sausage: fully cooked, no spicy seasonings.
• 12 eggs: large, whole eggs.
• 1 cup plain lactose-free yogurt: gentle replacement for sour cream.
• ¼ cup lactose-free milk: helps thin the egg mixture.
• 1 teaspoon salt: for flavor.
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (optional): use mild, low-fat cheese.

How To Make Low Residue Breakfast Casserole:

Preheat Oven:
Set to 350°F. Grease a 9×13” baking dish with non-stick spray or a small amount of oil.

Cook Sausage:
In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbly. Drain off any excess grease.

Mix Eggs and Dairy:
In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, lactose-free yogurt, milk, cheese (if using), and salt until smooth and evenly combined.

Combine:
Add the cooked sausage to the egg mixture and stir gently.

Bake:
Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish. Bake uncovered for 40–50 minutes, or until the center is set and just barely jiggles when moved.

Cool & Serve:
Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

Recipe Tips:

• Use plain, mild sausage with no added garlic or pepper.
• Do not add vegetables, herbs, or spices.
• Let it cool slightly before slicing to hold shape better.

How to Store & Reheat:

• Fridge: Store covered for up to 4 days.
• Reheat: Microwave individual slices for 30–45 seconds until hot.
• Freezer: Freeze slices for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight and reheat as above.

Nutrition Facts (approx. per serving):

• Calories: 385
• Sodium: 520mg
• Protein: 23g
• Fat: 30g
• Carbs: 3g
• Fibre: <1g
• Sugar: 1g

FAQs:

Is breakfast casserole OK on a low residue diet?
Yes, as long as it’s made without vegetables or fibrous ingredients. This version is safe and easy to digest.

Can I use cheese in a low residue diet?
Yes—mild, low-fat cheese in small amounts is generally well tolerated.

Can I substitute the sausage?
You can use mild ground turkey or chicken sausage as long as it’s plain and not heavily spiced.

Can I make it ahead of time?
Yes! Make it the night before and reheat individual servings through the week.

Try More Recipes:

• Low Residue Beef Stew
• Low Residue Biscuits
• Low Residue Chocolate Cake