Alea's Meat Lover's Hashbrown Casserole Recipe

Name: Alea's Meat Lover's Hashbrown Casserole
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 75 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: 4 cups shredded hash browns; 6 large eggs; 1 cup small curd cottage cheese; Green Onions; 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese; 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese; 1.5 cups diced ham; 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder; Basil; Seasoning Salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper; 0.5 cup crumbled cooked bacon; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 0.5 cup chopped onion

This hearty and flavorful Meat Lover's Hashbrown Casserole is a crowd-pleaser perfect for brunch, dinner, or game day! Alea's recipe features crispy hashbrowns, savory meats (ham, sausage, or a delicious combination!), and melty cheese, all baked to golden perfection. Inspired by a son's (hilariously) bacon-centric suggestion, this casserole is easily customizable to your favorite meats and offers a satisfying and comforting meal. Learn how to achieve perfectly crispy hashbrowns and a creamy, cheesy center – it's easier than you think! Get ready to impress your family and friends with this ultimate comfort food.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 425.4 kcal

Protein 44g

Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Alea's Meat Lover's Hashbrown Casserole

4 cups shredded hash browns
6 large eggs
1 cup small curd cottage cheese
Green Onions
1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1.5 cups diced ham
0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
Basil
Seasoning Salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper
0.5 cup crumbled cooked bacon
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
0.5 cup chopped onion

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How to Make Alea's Meat Lover's Hashbrown Casserole

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
In a medium bowl, whisk 6 large eggs.
Add 1 cup small curd cottage cheese, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder to the eggs. Stir until well combined.
In a large bowl, combine 4 cups shredded hash browns (thawed and squeezed dry), 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, 1 ½ cups diced ham (or sausage, or a combination), and ½ cup chopped onion.
Pour the egg mixture over the hash brown mixture and gently stir to combine. Do not overmix.
Pour the hash brown mixture into the prepared casserole dish.
Sprinkle ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese, ½ cup crumbled cooked bacon, and 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley evenly over the top.
Bake for 60-75 minutes, or until golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let stand for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set.
Serve warm. Delicious with fresh fruit and a side salad (or bacon, if you're feeling adventurous!).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

40 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

41g

Carbs

10g

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