Make Ahead Christmas Morning Breakfast Casserole

0 Preheat the oven. Preheat to 375°F and lightly coat your prepared baking dish with nonstick cooking spray or olive oil.
1 Cube the bread. Cube your gluten-free bread slices (or preferred kind of bread) and place them on the bottom of the baking dish in an even layer.
2 Whisk the egg mixture. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cottage cheese, shredded cheese, turkey bacon, garlic & herb seasoning, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt & black pepper.
3 Pour over the bread. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the cubed bread, making sure everything is coated and the mixture settles into the bottom of the baking dish.
4 Add the breakfast sausage. Sprinkle the diced breakfast sausage rounds evenly over the top.
5 Bake. Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden. Tent with aluminum foil if the top browns too quickly.
6 Cool and serve. Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with fresh fruit and potatoes on the side.