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Hash Brown Egg Casserole

Hash Brown Egg Casserole: Your Go-To Comfort Food Bake

This Hash Brown Egg Casserole is a versatile dish perfect for busy families, combining crispy hash browns, savory sausage, and gooey cheese.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 6 large eggs Optional for a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup whole milk Can be replaced with heavy cream.
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Substitute with pepper jack or Swiss.
  • 30 ounces frozen shredded hash browns Thawed; can use fresh grated potatoes.
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage Cooked and crumbled; can substitute with sautéed vegetables.
  • 1 small onion Finely diced; can use shallots or leeks.
  • 1 unit bell pepper Diced; can replace with other bell peppers.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Fresh minced garlic can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Increase for spicier kick.
For the Toppings
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Optional for garnish.
  • Butter or cooking spray For greasing the baking dish.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
  2. Cook the breakfast sausage or bacon in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  3. Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the greased baking dish and press down gently.
  4. Sprinkle the cooked sausage or bacon evenly over the hash browns.
  5. Add the diced onion and bell pepper on top of the meat layer, then sprinkle 1½ cups of cheddar cheese.
  6. Whisk together the eggs, whole milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then pour it over the layered ingredients.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of cheddar cheese on top and cover with aluminum foil.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then remove foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes until golden.
  9. Let cool for 5-10 minutes before serving. Optionally garnish with chopped parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Prepare the casserole ahead of time for stress-free mornings, and try different cheese variations to suit your taste.

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