Description
Hearty Sausage Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole brings morning comfort straight from midwestern kitchens to your table. Layers of savory sausage, crispy potatoes, and melted cheese promise a satisfying start you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground breakfast sausage (mild or spicy)
- 6 large eggs
Dairy and Cheese:
- 1 ½ cups (170 grams) shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup (57 grams) shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) whole milk
Seasonings and Base Ingredients:
- 1 (30 ounces / 850 grams) bag frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional garnish: chopped green onions or parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the baking vessel by coating a 9×13-inch dish with a light layer of grease and heating the oven to a toasty 375°F (190°C).
- Render the sausage in a spacious skillet over medium flame, cooking until perfectly browned and thoroughly done. Eliminate excess fat by draining.
- Create a foundation layer of evenly distributed hashbrowns across the greased baking dish, strategically positioning the cooked sausage crumbles atop the potato base.
- Generously shower the initial layers with cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Craft a harmonious egg mixture by whisking eggs with milk, incorporating garlic and onion powders, salt, and black pepper until seamlessly blended.
- Delicately cascade the egg mixture across the layered ingredients, allowing it to seep into every crevice of the casserole.
- Crown the dish with a final sprinkle of remaining cheddar cheese for an extra golden finish.
- Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, watching for a firm egg set and beautifully bronzed top.
- Allow the casserole to rest and settle for 5-10 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps stabilize the structure.
- Slice into generous portions and optionally garnish with fresh green onions or parsley for a vibrant touch.
Notes
- Customize the sausage type to match your flavor preferences, from spicy Italian to mild breakfast links, ensuring a personalized breakfast experience.
- Swap traditional potatoes with cauliflower hashbrowns for a lower-carb version that maintains the same delicious texture and satisfying crunch.
- Prep the casserole the night before by assembling all ingredients and refrigerating, then bake fresh in the morning for a hassle-free breakfast that saves time and reduces morning stress.
- Enhance the protein content by adding diced ham or crumbled bacon alongside the sausage, creating a more substantial and filling morning meal that keeps you energized throughout the day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 364
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 762 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 19 g
- Cholesterol: 186 mg