Cheesy Breakfast Hashbrown Casserole
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Cheesy Breakfast Hashbrown Casserole
Description
The casserole begins with a buttered baking dish filled with a mix of thawed shredded hashbrowns combined with diced bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, and optional jalapeños for heat. Whisked eggs and heavy cream create a custard-like base that coats the hashbrowns and fills the dish evenly. Topped with additional Mexican blend cheese, the casserole is baked until golden and firm.
The resulting texture contrasts slightly crisp cheese crust with tender, moist potatoes and softened vegetables. The seasoning of salt and pepper keeps the dish straightforward, allowing the natural flavors of the vegetables and cheese to shine through. Jalapeños add optional spiciness without overwhelming the savory profile.
This casserole serves well as a filling breakfast or brunch option, particularly when garnished with parsley or chives for a fresh herbal accent. Additional toppings like sour cream, salsa, or extra jalapeño slices can be added according to taste to complement the richness and balance the flavors.
Ingredients
- 8 large egg
- 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream , feel free to use a little more for a creamier texture
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 4 cups potato thawed, shredded, frozen hashbrowns
- 1 cup bell pepper diced, any color or mix
- 1/2 cup onion white, diced
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup jalapeño optional, minced
- 2 1/2 cups Mexican blend cheese divided, shredded
- parsley for garnish, or chives, minced
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F degrees. Butter a 3 quart baking dish and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until combined. Set aside.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine thawed hashbrowns, peppers, onion, tomatoes, jalapenos (if using), and 2 cups of cheese. Spread mixture evenly in the bottom of prepared baking dish.
- Evenly pour the egg mixture into the baking dish, using a wooden spoon to make sure all of the hashbrown mixture is coated.
- Sprinkle with remaining 1/2 cup of cheese and bake for 45 minutes or until golden brown and set in the center. If top is browning too much before center is set, cover with foil.
- Top with chives or parsley and enjoy!
Notes
- Additional toppings such as sour cream, salsa, or extra jalapeño slices can be served alongside.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 358 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 358kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 22g | 34% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 265mg | 88% |
| Sodium | 501mg | 21% |
| Potassium | 514mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 1417IU | 28% |
| Vitamin C | 41mg | 46% |
| Calcium | 291mg | 29% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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