Description
A hot, hearty breakfast casserole that combines crispy hash browns, spicy sausage, creamy cheese, and eggs into a single dish. Perfect for family breakfasts, holiday mornings, or meal prep, this recipe is easy to make and incredibly satisfying.
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen shredded hash browns (30–32 oz)
- 2 lbs hot breakfast sausage
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened to room temperature
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or non-stick spray.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook the sausage until browned. Drain any excess grease and set aside.
- Mix Custard Base: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and eggs. Use a whisk or hand mixer to blend until smooth. Add milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, and mix well.
- Assemble Casserole: Spread the shredded hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish. Layer the cooked sausage over the hash browns. Pour the custard mixture evenly over the layers.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let Rest and Serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover it tightly, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
- Customizations: Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach, use turkey sausage for a lighter option, or try different cheeses for unique flavors.
- Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the microwave or oven. For freezing, wrap tightly and thaw in the refrigerator overnight before reheating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American