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Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole

Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole: A Hearty Morning Hit

Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole combines creamy cheese, fluffy eggs, and savory sausage for a perfect breakfast dish that can be made ahead.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 32 ounces Frozen Hash Browns Thawed for best results
  • 8 large Eggs
  • 1 pound Sausage (Italian or Breakfast) Can substitute with ham or cooked hamburger
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Can swap for Muenster or Swiss
  • 1 cup Milk Can be replaced with heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
Optional Toppings
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Sprinkle on top before serving
  • 1/4 cup Chives For garnish

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all your ingredients and tools.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine thawed hash browns, eggs, sausage, cheddar cheese, and milk. Add salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Pour the mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
  5. Allow to cool for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge. Bake directly from the fridge in the morning for convenience.

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