Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Start your Christmas morning with a BANG! This make-ahead Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole is an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe that's sure to become a holiday tradition. Featured in Southern Living magazine (December 2003), this delicious casserole boasts crispy hash browns, savory sausage, and a creamy cheese topping. Prepare it the night before, bake it, and enjoy a stress-free, flavorful breakfast that's a guaranteed hit with family and friends! Perfect for Christmas brunch or any special occasion.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 75 mins
Calories 490.1 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.8 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

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How to Make Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

  1. Cook 1 pound sausage and 1/2 medium onion, chopped, in a large skillet over medium-high heat for 5 minutes, or until the sausage is browned and crumbles.
  2. Add 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the sausage is no longer pink and the hash browns are lightly browned.
  3. Drain the sausage and hash brown mixture well on paper towels.
  4. Spoon the mixture into a lightly greased 13x9-inch baking dish. A stoneware baking dish is recommended.
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup milk, 1 cup baking mix (such as Bisquick), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and hash brown mixture in the baking dish.
  7. Gently stir to combine.
  8. Cover the baking dish and chill for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  10. Bake covered with foil for 45 minutes.
  11. Uncover and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until a wooden pick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  12. Remove from the oven and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.
  13. To keep warm, cover with foil and place in a 200°F (95°C) oven.
  14. Optional toppings: sour cream, your favorite hot sauce, or fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

35 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

69g

Carbs

8g

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