Country Breakfast Casserole - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 roll (12 oz.) sausage, regular or reduced fat
6 slices bread, crust removed
6 eggs, lightly beaten
1 c. water
1/2 c. milk
1 pkg. gravy mix (country or sausage)
2 c. shredded cheddar cheese
2 Tbsp. melted butter, optional
Paprika

Preparation

In a large skillet, cook crumbled sausage over medium heat until brown, stirring occasionally.
Remove sausage and drain on paper towel.
Spread sausage over bottom of a lightly greased 11 x 8-inch baking dish.
Cut bread into 1-inch cubes.
Set aside.