Easy Breakfast Casserole
Start your day with this Easy Breakfast Casserole, a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Packed with layers of crispy hash browns, savory breakfast sausage, sautéed onions and bell peppers, and a blanket of melted cheddar cheese, this recipe is bound together with a rich, seasoned egg mixture for a perfect bite every time. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it’s an easy make-ahead option for busy mornings or a show-stopping brunch centerpiece. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or looking for a quick weekday breakfast solution, this baked breakfast casserole offers warmth, comfort, and flavor in every slice.
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Ingredients
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cups frozen hash browns
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 as needed cooking spray
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Step 2
Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and green bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 3-5 minutes, until softened.
Step 4
Add the breakfast sausage to the skillet and cook until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles. Drain any excess grease.
Step 5
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 6
Layer the frozen hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish.
Step 7
Spread the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables evenly over the hash browns.
Step 8
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the sausage and vegetable layer.
Step 9
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the entire casserole, ensuring it soaks through all layers.
Step 10
Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
Step 11
Allow the casserole to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 2045 grams (2045.0g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 4471 |
| Total Fat 336.10g | 431% |
| Saturated Fat 137.00g | 685% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 12.50g | |
| Cholesterol 2145mg | 715% |
| Sodium 10648mg | 463% |
| Total Carbohydrate 161.50g | 59% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.50g | 59% |
| Total Sugars 21.90g | |
| Protein 194.00g | 388% |
| Vitamin D 457IU | 2284% |
| Calcium 2895mg | 223% |
| Iron 13mg | 74% |
| Potassium 3973mg | 85% |
Source of Calories