Hash Browns Brunch Casserole

Start your morning right with this hearty and flavorful Hash Browns Brunch Casserole—an irresistible combination of crispy golden hash browns, savory breakfast sausage, and sautéed onions, all baked to perfection in a rich, cheesy egg custard. This easy-to-make breakfast casserole features melty sharp cheddar and Parmesan cheese, seasoned with a touch of smoky paprika for extra depth, and topped with optional fresh green onions for a pop of color. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this make-ahead-friendly dish is ideal for holiday mornings, weekend brunches, or meal prepping for the week. Ready in just about an hour, this comfort food classic will surely become a family favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 20 oz frozen shredded hash browns
• 2 tbsp unsalted butter
• 1 lb breakfast sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 8 eggs
• 1.5 cups whole milk
• 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 tsp paprika
• 2 tbsp green onions, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the frozen hash browns and cook until golden and lightly crispy, about 8-10 minutes. Spread the cooked hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

In the same skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium-high heat, breaking it apart with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked (about 7-8 minutes). Drain excess grease if necessary and transfer the sausage to the baking dish, spreading it evenly over the hash browns.

Step 4

Using the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Layer the cooked onions over the sausage in the casserole dish.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika until fully combined.

Step 6

Stir in 1.5 cups of the shredded cheddar cheese and the grated Parmesan cheese into the egg mixture.

Step 7

Pour the egg and cheese mixture over the hash browns, sausage, and onions in the casserole dish, making sure it spreads evenly.

Step 8

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top of the casserole.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden and bubbly.

Step 10

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2208.9 grams (2208.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4410

Total Fat 316.70g	406%
Saturated Fat 143.80g	719%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 2152mg	717%
Sodium 10845mg	472%
Total Carbohydrate 181.70g	66%
Dietary Fiber 16.20g	58%
Total Sugars 24.10g
Protein 197.20g	394%

Vitamin D 537IU	2685%
Calcium 2908mg	224%
Iron 18mg	102%
Potassium 4645mg	99%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 18.1%

Carbs: 16.6%