Description
This hearty Hash Brown Egg Casserole is the perfect dish for breakfast or brunch. Packed with crispy hash browns, savory eggs, and a medley of cheese, this casserole is a comforting, easy-to-make meal that will satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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1 package (30 oz) frozen hash browns, thawed
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12 large eggs
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1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
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1/2 cup diced onion (optional)
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1/2 cup cooked and crumbled bacon or sausage (optional)
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with olive oil or melted butter.
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Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
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Pour the egg mixture over the hash browns in the baking dish.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the top. Add diced onions and crumbled bacon or sausage if desired.
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Bake for 40-45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
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Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
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Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra flavor.
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You can prepare this casserole the night before and refrigerate it overnight before baking.
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Use different types of cheese (such as mozzarella or Monterey Jack) to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: hash brown casserole, egg casserole, breakfast casserole, cheesy hash browns, brunch casserole