The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake Recipe

Power outage got you down? This hearty breakfast bake is a lifesaver! Perfect for feeding a crowd (or just your family), this make-ahead casserole is assembled the night before, then baked to golden perfection the next morning. Inspired by a real-life ice storm rescue mission, this recipe features savory sausage (or ham!), fluffy eggs, and cheesy goodness. A guaranteed crowd-pleaser that's as easy to prepare as it is delicious!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 558.1 kcal
Protein 71g
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The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake 40

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Ingredients for The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake

  • 1 (32 ounce) package frozen hash brown patties
  • 1 1/2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1 lb breakfast sausage
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 1/2 cups milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 1/2 cups Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1 cup tortilla strips (optional)

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How to Make The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, brown the sausage over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. In a 9x13 inch baking dish, combine the cooked sausage, diced tomatoes (both cans), onion, and half of each cheese.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetable mixture.
  6. Top with the remaining cheese and tortilla strips (optional).
  7. Cover the baking dish with foil and bake for 60 minutes.
  8. Remove the foil and bake for another 40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

47 g

Sugar

3g

Fat

91g

Carbs

1g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake?

The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake takes about 130 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 100 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake?

The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake has approximately 558.1 calories per serving, with about 71 g protein, 1 g carbohydrates and 67 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake?

The key ingredients for The Night The Lights Went Out Breakfast Bake are Hash Brown Patties, Sharp Cheddar Cheese, Breakfast Sausage, Eggs, Milk, Salt. See the full list with measurements above.

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