Description
The Old Fashioned Breakfast Casserole is a nostalgic and hearty dish perfect for gatherings, holidays, or cozy mornings. Combining layers of crispy hash browns, seasoned sausage, sautéed vegetables, creamy eggs, and gooey melted cheese, it’s an easy make-ahead meal that’s sure to please a crowd.
Ingredients
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- Base Ingredients:
- 3 cups frozen hash browns
- 1 pound seasoned breakfast sausage
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
- Egg Mixture:
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk (or half-and-half for extra creaminess)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Toppings:
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- In a skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- Sauté the onions, bell peppers, and spinach in the same skillet until softened.
- Assemble the Layers:
- Spread the hash browns evenly across the bottom of the prepared casserole dish.
- Add the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables on top of the hash browns.
- Mix and Pour the Egg Mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole layers.
- Top with Cheese and Bake:
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Cover with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes or until the cheese is golden and the eggs are set.
- Rest and Serve:
- Allow the casserole to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving. Enjoy warm.
- Category: Breakfast