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Crispy Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole with Sausage and Cheddar

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A quick and easy breakfast casserole combining crispy hash browns, savory sausage, and melty sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 24 oz frozen shredded hash browns
  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • Optional: fresh chopped parsley or chives for garnish

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with melted butter.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, crumble and cook sausage until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease on paper towels.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, sour cream, and milk until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
  5. Add frozen hash browns, cooked sausage, sautéed onions and garlic, and shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently until evenly combined.
  6. Transfer mixture to the prepared baking dish and press firmly to create a compact layer.
  7. Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the casserole is set in the middle. If the top browns too quickly, tent loosely with foil halfway through baking.
  8. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

Press the casserole mixture firmly into the pan to achieve a crispy crust. Drain excess grease from sausage to avoid sogginess. Let casserole rest before slicing for easier serving. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. Can be assembled the night before and baked fresh in the morning with extra baking time.

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