Description
Cheesy Amish breakfast casserole combines hearty layers of potato, bacon, and eggs for a satisfying morning meal. Home cooks can enjoy this classic Midwestern dish that delivers comfort and rich flavor in each delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- 6 large eggs, beaten
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Liquid Components:
- 1/2 cup milk (120 milliliters)
Instructions
- Thoroughly coat a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray or butter to prevent sticking.
- Whisk eggs with dairy liquid, incorporating seasonings to create a smooth, well-blended base.
- Crumble crisp bacon strips into bite-sized pieces, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Finely dice fresh onions to release their aromatic flavors and integrate them with shredded potato fragments.
- Generously fold both cheese varieties into the egg mixture, creating a rich and creamy consistency.
- Transfer the complete blend into the prepared baking vessel, smoothing the surface for uniform cooking.
- Position the casserole in a preheated 350°F oven, allowing it to transform into a golden, bubbling masterpiece.
- Monitor the dish for 35-40 minutes, watching for a perfectly set center and beautifully caramelized top.
- Remove from oven and permit the casserole to rest for 5-7 minutes, allowing flavors to meld and texture to stabilize.
- Slice into hearty portions and serve while warm, delivering a comforting breakfast experience.
Notes
- Customize the casserole’s protein by swapping bacon with ham, sausage, or turkey bacon for varied flavor profiles and dietary preferences.
- Boost vegetable nutrition by adding spinach, bell peppers, or mushrooms to increase vitamin content and create more texture.
- Prepare this dish ahead of time by assembling the casserole the night before and refrigerating, then bake in the morning for a stress-free breakfast experience.
- Use low-fat cheese and turkey bacon to create a lighter version of the dish without compromising on taste and satisfaction.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 575 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 920 mg
- Fat: 43 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 295 mg