sausage hashbrown casserole
Sausage Hashbrown Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. This flavorful casserole combines crispy hash browns, savory sausage, and gooey cheese, making it a satisfying meal that can be easily prepared ahead of time.
Equipment
- 1 9x13 inch baking dish
- 1 skillet
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 spoon or spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 30 ounces frozen hash browns
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions Optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the 9x13 inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder until well combined.
- In the greased baking dish, spread the frozen hash browns evenly across the bottom.
- Layer the cooked sausage over the hash browns, followed by 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the entire casserole.
- Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the eggs are set.
- Allow the casserole to cool slightly before garnishing with chopped green onions if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
This casserole can be assembled the night before and stored in the refrigerator until ready to bake.
To add extra flavor, consider mixing in diced bell peppers or mushrooms along with the sausage.