Description
A hearty and comforting Sausage Breakfast Casserole featuring seasoned breakfast sausage, crispy hash browns, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection. Ideal for a weekend brunch or easy family breakfast, this casserole combines simple ingredients and straightforward preparation for a delicious breakfast dish that serves 12.
Ingredients
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Sausage Mixture
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Base
- 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until it is browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat and set the cooked sausage aside.
- Prepare the Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Prepare Baking Dish: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking. Spread the frozen shredded hash browns evenly across the bottom of the dish.
- Assemble the Casserole: Evenly distribute the cooked sausage over the layer of hash browns. Then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage layer.
- Add the Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over all the ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring it gets into all the layers.
- Bake the Casserole: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the assembled casserole in the oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing. This allows it to firm up for easier serving.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage for a leaner option.
- For a vegetarian version, replace sausage with sautéed mushrooms or a plant-based sausage.
- Ensure hash browns are thawed slightly if your oven doesn’t cook evenly for best results.
- Try adding chopped onions, bell peppers, or herbs to customize flavor.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the microwave or oven.
