1. 1

   Step 1

   Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

2. 2

   Step 2

   Chop the 12 oz. frozen peppers and onions into smaller pieces if they are in strips.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Brown the 1 lb. country sausage in a large skillet over medium heat.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Add the peppers and onions to the skillet and cook until heated through.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Remove the sausage and vegetable mixture from the heat and set aside.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Whisk together the 10 large eggs, 1/2 cup milk, and 1/4 tsp pepper in a bowl.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Grease the inside of a 3-quart casserole dish with 1 Tbsp butter.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Place the 1/2 lb. tortilla chips in the dish and crush them slightly to flatten.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Use a slotted spoon to layer the sausage and vegetable mixture over the chips.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Sprinkle 6 oz. of the shredded cheddar over the sausage and vegetables.

11. 11

    Step 11

    Stir the layers slightly to combine the ingredients.

12. 12

    Step 12

    Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole contents.

13. 13

    Step 13

    Top the casserole with the remaining 2 oz. shredded cheddar.

14. 14

    Step 14

    Bake for 40 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).

    Timer 40 min
15. 15

    Step 15

    Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

    Timer 5 min

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