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Cheesy Breakfast Casserole

This Cheesy Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and delicious dish perfect for starting your day with a creamy blend of eggs, cheese, and savory breakfast ingredients. Easy to prepare and baked to golden perfection, it’s ideal for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup cooked breakfast sausage, crumbled
  • 2 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
  • 1/2 cup diced onions
  • 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon butter, for greasing

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish with butter.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until well combined.
  3. Layer the hash browns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the hash browns, then add the diced onions and bell peppers.
  5. Pour half of the egg mixture over the layers, then sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheese.
  6. Pour the remaining egg mixture on top, followed by the remaining 1 cup of cheese.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the top is golden and bubbly.
  8. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Slice and enjoy warm.

Notes

For added flavor, try mixing in chopped spinach or mushrooms, or top with fresh herbs like chives or parsley before serving.