Farmer's Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Start your day the hearty way with this delicious Farmer's Breakfast Casserole! Perfect for busy mornings, this customizable recipe is packed with potatoes, cheese, and your choice of protein (ham or turkey bacon). Easily adaptable for a healthier twist using egg beaters and skim evaporated milk, this casserole is a crowd-pleaser for breakfast, brunch, or even a comforting dinner. Originally submitted to the St. John's Lutheran Church and Preschool cookbook, Yankton, South Dakota, by Pat Ensenbach. Prep ahead for a stress-free morning – simply refrigerate overnight and bake!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 245.2 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Farmer's Breakfast Casserole

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How to Make Farmer's Breakfast Casserole

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish with shortening or cooking spray.
  3. Arrange 2 lbs of thawed hash brown potatoes evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, 1/2 cup diced cooked ham or turkey bacon, and 1/2 cup chopped onion over the potatoes.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs (or 1 1/2 cups egg beaters), 1 (12-ounce) can evaporated skim milk, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the potato and topping mixture in the baking dish.
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  8. Remove from refrigerator 30 minutes before baking.
  9. Bake, uncovered, for 55-60 minutes, or until a knife inserted into the center comes out clean. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

29g

Carbs

6g

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