Mohamed Shili This delicious breakfast casserole inspired by Paula Deen is a quick and easy way to start your day! Packed with creamy eggs, hearty hash browns, and flavorful sausage, it’s perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends. Customize it with your favorite ingredients, and enjoy a golden, cheesy topping that makes every bite irresistible!
Recipe Ingredients:
- 8 large eggs
- ½ cup milk, room temperature
- 1 (20-ounce) bag frozen diced hash browns, thawed
- 9-10 ounces precooked Italian sausage
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 1½ cups shredded mild cheddar cheese, divided
How To Make Breakfast Casserole With Potatoes?
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking dish. Preheat your oven to 175°C / 350°F. Grease a 23 x 33 cm / 9 x 13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Mix the main ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, thawed hash browns, crumbled sausage, salt, pepper, and 115 g / 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour and bake the casserole. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 32–35 minutes.
- Add the cheese topping. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 55 g / ½ cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Melt the cheese and serve. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Recipe Tips:
- Thaw the hash browns completely: Make sure the hash browns are fully thawed and drained to avoid extra moisture, which can make the casserole soggy.
- Use room-temperature milk and eggs: This ensures the ingredients mix evenly and bake properly for a fluffier casserole.
- Pre-cook the sausage if not already cooked: This step adds flavor and prevents the casserole from being greasy.
- Mix ingredients well before baking: Stir everything thoroughly so each bite is packed with flavor and evenly distributed cheese and sausage.
- Let it rest before slicing: After baking, let the casserole sit for 5–10 minutes to firm up, making it easier to cut and serve.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: First, let the leftover casserole cool to room temperature. Transfer it to an airtight container or cover the baking dish tightly with plastic wrap. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days.
- Freeze: Let the casserole cool completely before wrapping it tightly in plastic wrap and then aluminum foil. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: Place a portion on a microwave-safe plate and cover it with a microwave-safe lid. Heat on medium power for 2–3 minutes, checking for even warmth.
Nutrition Facts
- Calories: 260
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
- Sodium: 820mg
- Potassium: 460mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 15g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 18g
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Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole With Potatoes
Description
This delicious breakfast casserole inspired by Paula Deen is a quick and easy way to start your day! Packed with creamy eggs, hearty hash browns, and flavorful sausage, it’s perfect for busy mornings or lazy weekends. Customize it with your favorite ingredients, and enjoy a golden, cheesy topping that makes every bite irresistible!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven and prepare the baking dish. Preheat your oven to 175°C / 350°F. Grease a 23 x 33 cm / 9 x 13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- Mix the main ingredients. In a large bowl, combine the eggs, milk, thawed hash browns, crumbled sausage, salt, pepper, and 115 g / 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese.
- Pour and bake the casserole. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and bake for 32–35 minutes.
- Add the cheese topping. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 55 g / ½ cup of cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Melt the cheese and serve. Return the dish to the oven and bake for another 3–5 minutes, until the cheese is melted. Allow to cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
- Thaw the hash browns completely: Make sure the hash browns are fully thawed and drained to avoid extra moisture, which can make the casserole soggy.
- Use room-temperature milk and eggs: This ensures the ingredients mix evenly and bake properly for a fluffier casserole.
- Pre-cook the sausage if not already cooked: This step adds flavor and prevents the casserole from being greasy.
- Mix ingredients well before baking: Stir everything thoroughly so each bite is packed with flavor and evenly distributed cheese and sausage.
- Let it rest before slicing: After baking, let the casserole sit for 5–10 minutes to firm up, making it easier to cut and serve.
Paula Deen Breakfast Casserole With Potatoes
