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Sausage Egg Hash Brown Casserole

Sausage egg hash brown casserole slice with crispy cheese and bell peppers.

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This is a deeply comforting and hearty casserole perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner. It features savory sausage, crispy hash browns, and a creamy egg custard baked under a blanket of melted cheese. Simple ingredients come together for a satisfying meal that feels like a warm hug on a plate.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound bulk breakfast sausage, mild or spicy
  • 1 (30 ounce) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 medium bell pepper, any color, diced
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1.5 cups whole milk
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cooking spray or butter for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate, leaving about 1 tablespoon of drippings in the pan.
  3. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Remove from heat.
  4. Spread the thawed hash browns in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Top evenly with the cooked sausage and sautéed vegetables.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, smoked paprika, thyme, salt, and pepper until smooth. Pour evenly over the sausage and hash brown layers.
  6. Sprinkle the shredded cheeses evenly over the top.
  7. Bake, uncovered, for 55 to 60 minutes, until the edges are golden, the center is set, and a knife inserted near the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Thaw hash browns completely to avoid a watery casserole. Letting the casserole rest is crucial for clean slices. For a lighter version, use turkey sausage, reduced-fat cheese, and Greek yogurt. Can be made ahead and reheats well.

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