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Sausage Breakfast Casserole

A hearty and flavorful dish perfect for breakfast gatherings, combining eggs, sausage, and cheese in one pan. Easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup milk or heavy cream
  • 3 cups frozen hash browns (thawed)
  • 1/2 cup chopped onions
  • 1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Cooking spray or butter (for greasing the baking dish)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  2. If using, sauté the onions and bell peppers in the same skillet until soft, about 3–4 minutes.
Mixing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Baking
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  2. Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the dish, followed by the cooked sausage, sautéed veggies, and half of the shredded cheese.
  3. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top and gently press the ingredients down with a spatula to soak.
  4. Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
  5. Bake for 40–45 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
  6. Let it rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Serve warm with fresh fruit or a light salad. Garnish with parsley or green onions if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage. Reheat in the oven or microwave.