Egg Hashbrown Casserole – The Perfect Make-Ahead Breakfast
This Egg Hashbrown Casserole is the perfect make-ahead breakfast for busy mornings, brunch gatherings, or meal prep. Featuring crispy hashbrowns, fluffy eggs, gooey cheese, and your choice of savory breakfast sausage or bacon, this dish is easy to make, customizable, and always satisfying. Just mix, bake, and enjoy a hearty, stress-free meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 servings 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 lb breakfast sausage or bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or cheese blend)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the Meat: If using sausage or bacon, cook it in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Drain any excess grease.
- Layer the Hashbrowns: Spread the thawed hashbrowns evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Add the Meat and Cheese: Sprinkle the cooked sausage or bacon over the hashbrowns, then add a layer of shredded cheese.
- Mix the Eggs: In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until smooth.
- Pour and Bake: Pour the egg mixture over the casserole and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- For a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with sautéed mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
- To make it dairy-free, use non-dairy milk and dairy-free cheese.
- To add a bit of spice, mix in chopped jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- Letting the casserole cool slightly before slicing helps it hold together better.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 195mg