Description
Hearty Sausage, Egg, and Cream Cheese Hashbrown Casserole delivers comfort straight from Southern kitchens to your breakfast table. Crispy layers of golden hashbrowns, savory sausage, and creamy cheese promise a satisfying morning feast you won’t forget.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 2 pounds ground breakfast sausage
- 8 large eggs
Dairy and Cheese:
- 2 cups milk
- 16 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- 2 cups shredded cheese
Base and Vegetables:
- 32 ounces frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until completely browned, carefully draining any excess grease to maintain a crisp texture.
- Blend the cooked sausage with softened cream cheese in a mixing bowl, stirring until the ingredients are uniformly combined and create a smooth mixture.
- Use the same skillet to saute the hashbrowns, cooking until they develop a light golden color and achieve a slightly crispy exterior.
- Create the first layer of the casserole by evenly spreading the sauteed hashbrowns across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Distribute the sausage-cream cheese mixture over the hashbrown base, ensuring an even coverage.
- Generously sprinkle shredded cheese across the meat layer to create a melty, flavorful topping.
- Whisk eggs with milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until the mixture is well-integrated and smooth.
- Carefully pour the seasoned egg mixture over the layered casserole, allowing it to seep between the ingredients.
- Bake uncovered for 40-50 minutes, or until the casserole sets completely and develops a golden-brown surface.
- Remove from the oven and allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes, which helps it firm up before serving.
- Slice and serve warm, enjoying the harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Notes
- Swap pork sausage with turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner protein option that reduces overall fat content.
- Use frozen hashbrowns for convenience, but make sure to thaw and pat dry to prevent excess moisture in the casserole.
- Consider adding diced bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrients and color variation without compromising the dish’s core flavor profile.
- For gluten-free adaptation, verify all ingredient labels and ensure sausage and cheese are certified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 497 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 710 mg
- Fat: 39 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 230 mg