Description
A hearty and comforting breakfast casserole made with crispy hash browns, savory sausage, creamy cream cheese, and melted cheese, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hash browns, thawed
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned. Drain excess grease.
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Spread hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Top with cooked sausage and dollops of cream cheese.
- Sprinkle cheddar and mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over all ingredients.
- Gently stir to slightly combine layers.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes until set and golden on top.
- Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. Garnish with green onions if desired.
Notes
- Letting the casserole rest helps it set for cleaner slices.
- You can assemble this casserole the night before and refrigerate until baking.
- Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American