Breakfast · Easy
Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole
This sausage and egg breakfast casserole layers hash browns, sausage, and eggs for a hearty make-ahead brunch dish that bakes in about 45 minutes.
15Prep min
40Cook min
55Total min
What you'll need
- 1 lbbreakfast sausage, crumbled
- 4 cupsfrozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 8eggs
- 1 cupmilk
- 2 cupsshredded cheddar cheese
- to taste salt, black pepper, garlic powder
Let's cook
- 1Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- 2Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks; drain excess fat.
- 3Spread the hash browns evenly in the baking dish and top with the cooked sausage and half the cheese.
- 4Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder, then pour evenly over the layers.
- 5Sprinkle with the remaining cheese.
- 6Bake for 35-40 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
Make it yours
- Add diced bell pepper and onion for extra vegetables.
- Use turkey sausage for a leaner version.
- Assemble the night before and refrigerate for an easy morning bake.
Good with
- Fresh fruit
- Buttered toast
- Hot sauce or salsa
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
Can I assemble this the night before?
Yes, assemble everything, cover, and refrigerate overnight, then bake in the morning, adding a few extra minutes if going in cold.
Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen hash browns?
Yes, shredded fresh potatoes work too; squeeze out excess moisture first for the best texture.



