Description
This hearty Breakfast Casserole combines savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, crispy hash browns, and melted cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection. It’s an easy, make-ahead meal perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
Vegetables & Other
- 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and fully cooked through, then drain any excess grease to keep the casserole from becoming greasy.
- Whisk Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish. Layer the cooked sausage on top, followed by shredded cheddar cheese, diced bell peppers, and chopped green onions for added flavor and texture.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Evenly pour the whisked egg mixture over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring it seeps through all layers for even cooking.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving to help it set and make easier portions.
Notes
- You can substitute cooked bacon or diced ham for the sausage for a different flavor.
- Prepare the casserole the night before, cover it, and refrigerate overnight to save time in the morning.
- Add extra vegetables like spinach or mushrooms for added nutrition and variety.
