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Best Breakfast Casserole

This Best Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 55 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb Breakfast Sausage (regular or hot)
  • 1 Medium Onion (chopped)
  • 1 each Red Bell Pepper (seeded and chopped)
  • 12 Large Eggs
  • 2 cups Half and Half
  • 1 can Green Chiles (4 oz, chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons Kosher Salt (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 30 oz Frozen Hash Browns (thawed)
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
  • 3 each Scallions (sliced)

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Skillet
  • Spatula

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure even baking.
  2. Step 2: Spray your 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  3. Step 3: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat.
  4. Step 4: Sauté the onion and red bell pepper in the same skillet until soft, about 5 minutes. Combine with the cooked sausage in a large bowl.
  5. Step 5: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, half and half, green chiles, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  6. Step 6: Stir in the thawed hash browns, sausage mixture, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese until well combined.
  7. Step 7: Pour into the prepared baking dish, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 45-55 minutes until set and golden.
  8. Step 8: Let cool for a few minutes, garnish with scallions, cut into squares, and serve warm.

Notes

  • Prepare the casserole the night before for a make-ahead option.
  • Add crushed tortilla chips on top for extra crunch.
  • Incorporate fresh herbs like cilantro for added flavor.
  • Let the casserole rest after baking for easier serving.