Description
A hearty and delicious Sausage Breakfast Casserole perfect for feeding a crowd. This savory casserole combines crispy hash browns, browned breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese baked to golden perfection for a satisfying morning meal or brunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Sausage Mixture
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
Base Layer
- 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Topping
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Cook the sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat and set the cooked sausage aside.
- Prepare the egg mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Grease the baking dish: Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Layer the casserole: Spread the frozen shredded hash browns evenly across the bottom of the baking dish. Evenly distribute the cooked sausage over the hash browns, then sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top.
- Add the egg mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over all the ingredients layered in the baking dish, ensuring it seeps through the layers.
- Bake the casserole: Place the dish in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the center is fully set and the top is golden brown.
- Rest and serve: Remove from the oven and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy a comforting breakfast.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use turkey sausage or reduce the cheese amount.
- Feel free to add diced onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra flavor.
- Use low-fat milk or a milk alternative if preferred.
- The casserole can be prepared the night before and refrigerated; bake fresh in the morning.
- Leftovers reheat well in the microwave or oven.
