Cheesy Sausage & Hashbrown Bake
This comforting casserole is loaded with crispy hashbrowns, savory sausage, and plenty of melty cheese. It's a hearty, crowd-pleasing dish that’s perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage pork or turkey
- 1 30 oz bag frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles. Drain excess fat.
- Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the hashbrowns, cooked sausage, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
- Mix the eggs: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the casserole: Pour the egg mixture over the hashbrown mixture and stir until evenly combined. Transfer everything into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake: Bake for 45–50 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Cool and serve: Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
Notes
- You can prep this casserole the night before and bake it fresh in the morning.
- Swap out the sausage for cooked bacon, ham, or a vegetarian alternative if preferred.
- Add diced peppers or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.