Sausage and Egg Casserole
A comforting breakfast casserole combining savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and a blend of vegetables, perfect for busy mornings or special gatherings.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup spinach, chopped (optional) Add for extra nutrition
- green onions, sliced, for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the crumbled sausage until browned and cooked through, about 5–7 minutes. Remove from heat and drain excess grease.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder until well combined.
- In the baking dish, layer the thawed hash browns evenly across the bottom. Top with the cooked sausage, diced bell pepper, and spinach if using.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the casserole.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is lightly golden.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using spicy sausage or a dash of hot sauce. This dish can be assembled the night before. Add mushrooms, zucchini, or other vegetables to enhance flavor and nutrition.