Description
Golden hash brown & egg bake blends hearty potatoes with creamy eggs in a delightful morning harmony. Cheese-laden layers create a satisfying breakfast experience you’ll crave from first bite to last.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Base:
- 1/2 pound (226 grams) breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
- 6 large eggs
Cheese and Dairy:
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Vegetables and Seasonings:
- 3 cups frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Assemble all ingredients and equipment, ensuring the oven rack is positioned in the middle for even heat distribution.
- Thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish, creating a smooth surface to prevent sticking.
- Carefully spread frozen hashbrowns across the dish, gently pressing to create a uniform foundation that will crisp during baking.
- Cook sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles until achieving a rich, golden-brown color and removing excess fat.
- Distribute cooked sausage evenly over the hashbrown layer, ensuring complete coverage.
- Sprinkle a generous blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses across the sausage, creating a melty blanket of flavor.
- Whisk eggs with milk, incorporating garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until the mixture becomes smooth and well-integrated.
- Fold diced bell peppers and green onions into the egg mixture, distributing them evenly for consistent flavor in each bite.
- Gently pour the seasoned egg mixture over the layered ingredients, making sure it seeps into all areas of the casserole.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated 375°F oven and bake until the top turns golden and the eggs set completely, approximately 35-40 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes, which helps the layers stabilize and makes cutting easier.
- Slice into hearty portions and serve immediately while warm and inviting.
Notes
- Opt for frozen hash browns to save time, ensuring they’re thawed and excess moisture is patted dry for a crispy golden base.
- Customize protein by substituting sausage with bacon, ham, or plant-based alternatives for dietary preferences.
- Experiment with different cheese blends like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or gouda to elevate flavor complexity.
- Make ahead by assembling the casserole the night before, refrigerating, and baking in the morning for a stress-free breakfast preparation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 16 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg