Description
This Hash Brown Egg Casserole is a delicious and hearty breakfast or brunch option featuring crispy hash browns, sautéed veggies, savory sausage or bacon, and cheesy eggs baked to perfection. Easy to prepare and perfect for meal prep or feeding a crowd, it’s a flavorful and satisfying one-dish meal.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (20-ounce) package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage or crumbled bacon (optional)
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Sauté Vegetables and Meat: In a large skillet, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and diced red bell pepper and sauté for 4 to 5 minutes until soft and fragrant. If using cooked breakfast sausage or bacon, stir it into the skillet and cook briefly until heated through.
- Mix Egg Base: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 8 large eggs, 1 cup milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and slightly frothy.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the thawed hash browns, sautéed vegetables, cooked meat (if using), and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Assemble the Casserole: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly. Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top for a cheesy crust.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is fully set and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Cool and Garnish: Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 to 10 minutes to allow it to set further. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired before slicing and serving.
Notes
- This casserole can be prepared the night before and refrigerated overnight. If doing so, increase the baking time by 5 to 10 minutes to ensure it cooks through.
- It’s an excellent dish for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week ahead.
- Feel free to customize by swapping in other vegetables like mushrooms or spinach to suit your taste.
