Name: Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed; 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey); 1 small onion, diced; 8 large eggs; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper; Salt, to taste; 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish); Cooking spray or butter for greasing the baking dish

Description

A hearty, all-in-one breakfast bake with crispy hash browns, eggs, sausage, and cheese—perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.

Ingredients

1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed

1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey)

1 small onion, diced

8 large eggs

1 cup whole milk

1/2 cup sour cream

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp black pepper

Salt, to taste

2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or parsley (optional, for garnish)

Cooking spray or butter for greasing the baking dish

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven:
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Cook the Sausage and Onion:
In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked. Add the diced onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes until softened. Drain any excess fat and set the sausage mixture aside.

Prepare the Egg Mixture:
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.

Assemble the Casserole:
Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish. Top with the cooked sausage and onion mixture. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage mixture. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the entire casserole, and gently shake the pan to ensure even distribution.

Bake:
Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.

Cool and Serve:
Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped fresh chives or parsley, if desired.

Notes

Make-Ahead Option: You can prepare the casserole the night before, cover it with foil, and refrigerate. In the morning, simply bake as directed.

Swap the Sausage: Feel free to use turkey sausage or vegetarian sausage for a lighter or meatless version.

Add Veggies: For extra flavor and nutrition, add diced bell peppers, spinach, or mushrooms to the sausage mixture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American