This country breakfast casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that is perfect for breakfast or brunch gatherings. It combines classic breakfast ingredients like eggs, sausage, cheese, and potatoes to create a filling and flavorful dish that everyone will love. The casserole is easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for entertaining. Serve it with a side of fresh fruit or a salad for a complete meal. Make this country breakfast casserole and impress your family and friends with a delicious homemade breakfast!
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and drain any excess grease.
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the greased baking dish. Top with the cooked breakfast sausage and sautéed vegetables.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage, vegetables, and hash browns. Use a fork to gently mix everything together, ensuring all ingredients are coated with the egg mixture.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the casserole.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Enjoy your delicious country breakfast casserole!
Interesting Facts
This casserole can be assembled the night before and refrigerated overnight. Just make sure to increase the baking time by 5-10 minutes.
You can customize this recipe by adding your favorite breakfast ingredients such as bacon, ham, or vegetables.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven before serving.