Description
A hearty breakfast casserole that combines crispy hash browns, savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, perfect for make-ahead meals.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds hot breakfast sausage
- 1 (30-32 ounce) bag frozen shredded hash browns
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium-high heat until fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Drain the excess fat and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add frozen hash browns and cook until lightly browned and starting to crisp, about 5-7 minutes.
- Layer the browned hash browns in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Spread the cooked sausage over the hash browns and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers in the baking dish.
- Cover tightly with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate overnight or bake immediately.
- Bake uncovered for 35-40 minutes until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This casserole can be made a day ahead and refrigerated. For lighter options, swap hot sausage with turkey sausage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American