Take away some stress from the holiday rush with these easy, make-ahead friendly breakfast recipes.

Simply Recipes / Sally Vargas

Breakfast has always been my favorite meal.

I look forward to special holiday breakfasts as much as I do theholiday hamfor dinner.

Sausage Breakfast Casserole Lifted from a Casserole Dish Using a Spatula

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But that doesnt mean I want a sink full of dishes to clean before Ive had my coffee.

I prefer making breakfast before heading off to bed.

That’s why breakfast casseroles are my breakfast hero during the holidays.

As You Like It Breakfast Casserole

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I prep the ingredients when Im in the kitchen making dinner.

No extra cutting boards to wash.

Love sausage, egg, and cheese?

Weve got a casserole for you.

Baked French Toast with Blueberries

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More into sweet and fruity?

Honestly, I’ll make one of each and save myself from having to choose.

you might assemble it the night before and then bake it in the morning.

Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

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Its bound to become a family favorite this holiday season.

you’re able to bake and freeze it and then rewarm it for the special day.

Toss in sliced tomatoes if you have them for a pop of color and bright flavor.

Overnight French Toast Casserole - slice of french toast casserole with raspberry sauce on white plate

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Its easy to make using frozen peaches and sturdy bread.

you’ve got the option to make the raspberry sauce a full week ahead of time.

Frittata with Potatoes, Red Peppers, and Spinach

Did you buy too many potatoes for dinner?

Frittata with Potatoes, Red Peppers, and Spinach

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Use them in this simple vegetarian frittata.

Turmeric gives it a lovely color and a slightly earthy flavor.

you could cook it the day before and then warm it in the oven before serving.

Biscuits and Gravy Bake

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The sausage and mushroom gravy is sandwiched between two layers of biscuits.

Everything bagels bursting with flavor make this anything but boring.

you’re free to keep it covered in the refrigerator overnight and then bake it in the morning.

Bagel Breakfast Casserole with Sausage, Egg, and Cheese

Simply Recipes / Marta Rivera

Partially assemble the casserole then cover and refrigerate until the next day.

You dont want to skip the cinnamon and butter drizzleit adds a slightly sweet crunch to the baked casserole.

A raspberry drizzle garnishes this version, bringing a burst of striking color.

Make Ahead French Toast Casserole

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Zucchini Breakfast Casserole

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Vegetables take center stage in this breakfast bake.

you’re free to put the casserole together the night before and then bake it in the morning.

Ham and Asparagus Strata

Gruyere adds the right amount of decadence to this easy strata.

Kale Mushroom Cheddar Bake

Elise Bauer

Slow Cooker French Toast Casserole

Simply Recipes / Jessica Gavin

Slow cookers are the epitome of the make-ahead meal.

Blueberry Maple Breakfast Bake

Blueberries are sprinkled throughout this easy breakfast casserole.

Its a great option for a smaller gathering and takes only seven ingredients.

Serving of Monte Cristo croissant casserole on a small plate, and in the surroundings, more in a casserole dish, a container of jelly, and cups of coffee

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Spinach Florentine Casserole

English muffins turn out to be excellent in a breakfast casserole.

Asparagus and Leek Breakfast Casserole

Asparagus and leeks make an otherwise fairly standard breakfast casserole more memorable.

Zucchini Breakfast Casserole

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Ham and Asparagus Strata

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Slow cooker french toast casserole on a plate.

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A skillet with tater tot breakfast casserole

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Blueberry maple breakfast bake in a metal baking pan.

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Spinach florentine breakfast casserole in a casserole dish at a table setting with a serving on a plate, glasses of orange juice, a bowl of crushed pepper, and a spatula

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Breakfast Casserole with Leeks and Asparagus

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