Prep. time: 25 Cooking: 49 minutes Total: 1 hour 14 minutes Servings: 10 Yield 1 serving of 9×13 inches
There’s something incredibly comforting about a piping hot casserole fresh from the oven. It’s the epitome of home cooking, and when it comes to breakfast, few dishes can compete with the heartiness and versatility of a Sausage Hashbrown Casserole.
Perfectly seasoned sausage, crispy hash browns, a blend of melted cheeses, and just the right amount of fluffy eggs all baked together create a breakfast dish that is not only filling but also teeming with an array of satisfying flavors and textures. This is the kind of breakfast that’ll keep you fueled and ready to take on whatever the day throws at you!
Sausage Hashbrown Casserole has an enticing allure that transcends beyond breakfast time. It’s a fantastic option for brunch, lunch, or even dinner. And, if you’re hosting a gathering, it’s a surefire crowd-pleaser that’s easy to make in large quantities.
Now, let’s take a look at the recipe. Here’s what you need and how to put it all together:
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of breakfast sausage
- 1 (30 ounce) bag of frozen hash browns, thawed
- 2 cups of shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup of shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 12 large eggs
- 1/2 cup of milk
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
Instructions:
- Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly greasing a 9×13 baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Once browned and cooked through, remove the sausage from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and bell pepper, cooking until they are soft and fragrant.
- In the prepared baking dish, layer the thawed hash browns, cooked sausage, cooked onion and bell pepper, and the cheeses.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well combined. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the eggs are set.
- Let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Optional garnishes can include green onions, diced tomatoes, avocado slices, or a dollop of sour cream.
This Sausage Hashbrown Casserole is a tried-and-true breakfast favorite. Its balance of meat, vegetables, and carbs wrapped up in one delicious package is sure to start your day on the right note. So gather your ingredients and give it a go – your morning just got a whole lot tastier!
Note:
The greatest feature of this dish is you are able to cook them in advance and cook them the night before. Put it in the refrigerator and then let it sit for a while and it will be ready when you get up the next morning.
This recipe is so easy, you’re only limited by the limit. You can use any type of frittered (or smoking) sausage. Switch it up from the tacos of last night for turkey bacon, sausage, ham or even ground beef.
Nutrition Facts:
In a serving, there are 480.5 calories. 228.3 mg cholesterol 1516.1 mg sodium 26.6 grams of proteins; 20.7 grams carbohydrates.