Breakfast Sweet Potatoes Casserole (Printer-Friendly)
A savory morning bake with sweet potatoes, seasoned pork, vegetables, and eggs that reheats well for busy days.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Oils
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1 ½ teaspoons avocado oil or olive oil
→ Vegetables
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1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed (about 2 cups diced)
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½ small red onion, diced or thinly sliced (about ½ cup)
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½ red bell pepper, diced or thinly sliced (about ⅔ cup)
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3 cups fresh spinach leaves
→ Meat
06 -
½ pound ground pork (or pre-made breakfast sausage)
→ Spices & Seasonings
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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¼ teaspoon Italian seasoning
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¼ teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
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¼ teaspoon ground sage
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½ teaspoon fine salt, divided, plus more to taste
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Pinch black pepper
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Pinch cayenne pepper
→ Eggs
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8 large eggs
→ Optional Garnishes
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Sliced avocado, hot sauce, fresh herbs for serving
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Set oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×9-inch baking dish with cooking spray or oil.
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Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium-high heat. Add diced sweet potatoes with a pinch of salt, cover, and cook for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally until just tender.
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In a separate skillet over medium-high heat, cook ground pork, breaking it into small pieces with a wooden spoon until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary. Season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, crushed fennel seeds, ground sage, ¼ teaspoon salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
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Add diced onion and bell pepper to the cooked sweet potatoes; sauté 3–4 minutes until the peppers soften and onions turn translucent. Stir in spinach and cook 1–2 minutes until wilted. Remove from heat and fold in the browned pork mixture.
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In a bowl, whisk eggs with the remaining ¼ teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper until combined.
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Spread the sweet potato and pork mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Pour the whisked eggs over the top, pressing gently to submerge all ingredients.
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Bake in the preheated oven for 20–24 minutes, until the center is set and a knife inserted comes out clean.
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Allow to rest for 5 minutes. Slice into 6–8 portions. Serve with sliced avocado, hot sauce, and fresh herbs if desired.
# Additional Suggestions:
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This dish reheats well and is ideal for meal prep or a simple brunch main.