Bacon Hash Brown Bake Recipe

Ingredients for Bacon Hash Brown Bake

• Red Potatoes
• Thick Slab Bacon
• Half And Half
• 1/2 cup chopped onion
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

How to Make Bacon Hash Brown Bake

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine 2 lbs shredded hash browns, 1 lb cooked and crumbled bacon, 1/2 cup chopped onion, 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/4 cup sour cream, 2 large eggs, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
3. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter.
4. Pour the hash brown mixture into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
5. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of melted butter over the top.
6. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon of paprika evenly over the surface.
7. Bake for 35-45 minutes, or until golden brown and heated through. If the top is browning too quickly, loosely tent with foil.
8. Let cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh chives or green onions (optional).