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BEST BREAKFAST CASSEROLE RECIPE WITH SAUSAGE

Best Breakfast Casserole with Sausage is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast. Loaded with fluffy eggs, savory sausage, cheese, and hash browns, this dish is perfect for feeding a crowd. It's easy to prepare, deliciously cheesy, and baked to golden perfection!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350 kcal
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 2 cups frozen hash browns thawed
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika

Instructions

STEP NO.1: PREHEAT OVEN
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  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
STEP NO.2: COOK SAUSAGE
  1. In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
STEP NO.3: ASSEMBLE THE CASSEROLE
  1. Spread hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish. Add cooked sausage on top, then sprinkle with shredded cheese.
STEP NO.4: WHISK EGG MIXTURE
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
STEP NO.5: BAKE
  1. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole. Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
STEP NO.6: SERVE WARM
  1. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • Make-Ahead Option: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
  • Extra Flavor: Add chopped bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms for more texture and taste.
  • Cheese Options: Swap cheddar for Monterey Jack, Swiss, or pepper jack for variety.
  • Crispier Hash Browns: Pre-bake hash browns for 10 minutes before adding toppings.
  • Spicy Breakfast Casserole: Use spicy sausage and add diced jalapeños.
  • Bacon and Sausage Casserole: Mix cooked bacon with sausage for extra smoky flavor.
  • Low-Carb Version: Replace hash browns with sautéed cauliflower rice.
  • Southwestern Style: Add black beans, green chilies, and salsa for a Tex-Mex twist.

Nutrition Information

Calories 350kcal (18%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 25g (38%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 350

% Daily Value*

Calories 350kcal 18%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 20g 40%
Fat 25g 38%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.