Description
Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, make-ahead dish loaded with eggs, cheese, savory breakfast sausage or bacon, and crispy hash browns. This classic American breakfast bake is perfect for holidays, brunch gatherings, or busy mornings when you want a satisfying and flavorful start to the day.
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Base and Toppings
- 2 cups frozen hash browns
- 2 cups cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, crumbled
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly to prevent sticking.
- Layer Hash Browns: Spread the frozen hash browns evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a uniform base layer.
- Add Sausage and Cheese: Sprinkle the cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage (or bacon) evenly on top of the hash browns, followed by the shredded cheddar cheese, distributing it uniformly.
- Mix Eggs and Seasoning: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring it soaks through the layers.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and lightly golden on top.
- Rest Before Serving: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before slicing and serving to allow it to set and cool slightly.
Notes
- This casserole can be assembled the night before and stored in the refrigerator, making it ideal for busy mornings or entertaining.
- Use any cooked breakfast meat like sausage or bacon according to preference.
- Ensure the eggs are fully cooked and the casserole is set before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
