Description
A savory and hearty brunch casserole featuring spicy sausage, hash browns, bell peppers, green onions, and melted cheddar cheese baked to perfection. Perfect for a weekend brunch or a make-ahead breakfast gathering.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 11 oz frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1 1/2 lbs bulk spicy pork sausage or breakfast sausage
- 2 medium red bell peppers, chopped
- 7 medium green onions, chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese, divided
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 6 eggs, beaten
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375˚F to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Cook Sausage and Peppers: Place the bulk spicy pork sausage in a skillet over medium heat and cook for 4 minutes. Add the chopped red bell peppers and cook for an additional 4 minutes or until the sausage is browned and peppers are softened.
- Combine with Potatoes: Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the sausage and pepper mixture into a 9”x13” baking dish containing the thawed hash brown potatoes. Stir in 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly throughout the mixture.
- Mix Eggs and Milk: In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, beaten eggs, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until the mixture is uniform in color. Fold in the chopped green onions.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the potato and sausage mixture in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese on top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 50 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the eggs are fully cooked through.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from oven, let cool slightly, then slice and serve warm. This casserole can also be assembled the night before and baked the next day for convenient brunch preparation.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, use breakfast sausage instead of spicy pork sausage.
- Cheddar cheese can be substituted with Monterey Jack or a blend for a creamier texture.
- Make ahead tip: Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate; bake fresh in the morning.
- Ensure the hash browns are fully thawed to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- Customize with additional vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for extra nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg
