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Hash Brown Egg Casserole Recipe

Delicious Hash Brown Egg Casserole Recipe to Wow Your Brunch

A comforting Hash Brown Egg Casserole recipe that's perfect for brunch, customizable, and easy to make ahead.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 6 large eggs Essential for structure and protein
  • 1 cup whole milk Can substitute with heavy cream
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese Can use pepper jack for spice
  • 1 30-ounce bag frozen shredded hash browns Thawed
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage or bacon Cooked and crumbled
  • 1 small onion Finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder Infuses bold flavor
  • 1 teaspoon salt Balances flavors
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper Provides mild heat
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Optional for garnish
For Greasing
  • Butter or cooking spray For greasing the baking dish

Equipment

  • 9x13 inch baking dish
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease the baking dish.
  2. Cook the breakfast sausage or bacon in a skillet until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Spread the thawed hash browns evenly across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the cooked meat over the hash browns, followed by the onion and bell pepper.
  5. Sprinkle 1½ cups of cheddar cheese over the layered ingredients.
  6. Whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then pour over the layers.
  7. Top with the remaining ½ cup of cheese and cover with aluminum foil.
  8. Bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes.
  9. Cool for 5-10 minutes, garnish with parsley if desired, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Assemble the casserole the night before for convenience. Ensure potatoes are squeezed of moisture to avoid a watery texture.

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