Breakfast Sausage and Hash Browns Casserole

Wake up to the ultimate crowd-pleaser with this hearty Breakfast Sausage and Hash Browns Casserole! Bursting with layers of savory breakfast sausage, golden hash browns, and gooey melted cheddar cheese, this easy-to-make casserole is bound to be a morning favorite. Perfectly seasoned with a flavorful blend of garlic, onion powder, and a touch of pepper, the dish is brought together by a rich egg and milk mixture that bakes to perfection. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and a generous 6 servings, this make-ahead breakfast bake is ideal for brunch gatherings or busy mornings. Garnish with fresh green onions for a pop of color and serve warm for a comforting start to the day. Keywords: breakfast casserole, hash browns, sausage, easy brunch recipes, cheesy casserole.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 3 cups frozen hash browns
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup milk
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
• 2 tablespoons green onions (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter and set aside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spatula, until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat and set the sausage aside.

Step 3

Spread the frozen hash browns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 4

Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the hash browns.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder until fully combined.

Step 6

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and hash browns in the baking dish.

Step 7

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top of the casserole, ensuring even coverage.

Step 8

Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 9

Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Step 10

Garnish with chopped green onions, if desired, and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1739.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4272.5

Total Fat 326.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 134.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.2g
Cholesterol 1771.7mg	0%
Sodium 10521.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 148.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.3g	0%
Total Sugars 14.7g
Protein 179.9g	0%

Vitamin D 379.7IU	0%
Calcium 2823.6mg	0%
Iron 11.3mg	0%
Potassium 3561.0mg	0%

*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: 69.1%

Protein: 16.9%

Carbs: 14.0%