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Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole

Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole for Cozy Weekend Mornings

Enjoy a comforting Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole, perfect for busy weekends, rich in gooey cheese, hearty sausage, and fluffy potatoes.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 43 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 23 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Italian Sausage Can be substituted with turkey sausage for a lighter option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Replace with shallots for a milder taste.
  • 6 large Eggs Substitute with egg substitutes or silken tofu for a vegan option.
  • 1 cup Milk Use dairy-free milk for a lactose-free version.
  • 30 ounces Frozen Diced Hash Browns Freshly shredded potatoes can be used but might require precooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Experiment with Monterey Jack or pepper jack for varied taste.
For Topping
  • 1 cup Reserved Cheddar Cheese For topping.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Casserole dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9 x 13 inch casserole dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the Italian sausage for about 6-8 minutes.
  3. Sauté the chopped yellow onions in the skillet for about 4-5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Combine the cooked sausage, sautéed onions, eggs, milk, frozen diced hash browns, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
  5. Pour the mixture into the greased casserole dish and reserve 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese for topping.
  6. Bake the casserole uncovered for about 35 minutes, until edges are bubbly and center is slightly firm.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved cheddar cheese over the top and return to the oven for another 8 minutes.
  8. Allow the casserole to cool for 15-20 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite veggies or proteins. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days or freeze for future meals.

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