Description
A hearty and delicious Sausage Breakfast Casserole featuring savory browned sausage, tender hash browns, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, baked to golden perfection. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for serving a crowd at breakfast or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Vegetables & Staples
- 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Dairy
- 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, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set the cooked sausage aside.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and evenly 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.
- Layer Sausage and Cheese: Distribute the cooked sausage evenly over the layer of hash browns. Then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the sausage layer.
- Add Egg Mixture: Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly over all the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring it soaks through.
- Bake: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is set, and the top is golden brown and slightly puffed.
- Rest Before Serving: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This allows the casserole to set and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Using frozen shredded hash browns saves prep time but make sure they are fully thawed and drained of excess moisture if needed to avoid sogginess.
- For a lower-fat version, consider using turkey sausage and reduced-fat cheese or milk.
- You can add diced onions or bell peppers to the sausage when cooking for extra flavor.
- The casserole can be prepared the night before; assemble and refrigerate overnight, then bake in the morning adding a few extra minutes to baking time.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
