Easy Cheesy Sausage Breakfast Casserole
A hearty, cheesy egg and sausage bake that’s perfect for brunch, weekends, or meal prep. Comforting, customizable, and always a family favorite!
Ingredients
- 1 lb 450 g ground breakfast sausage
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk or heavy cream for a richer flavor
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- ½ cup diced onions
- ½ cup diced bell peppers
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups frozen or cubed hash browns
- Optional toppings: sour cream fresh cilantro, chopped tomatoes, avocado slices
Instructions
- Preheat oven: to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until cooked through. Drain excess grease.
- Mix filling: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- Assemble casserole: Layer hash browns, sausage, onions, bell peppers, and 1½ cups cheese in the baking dish. Pour egg mixture evenly over the top.
- Bake: for 35–40 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden.
- Top & serve: Sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake 5 more minutes. Serve hot with sour cream, tomatoes, and cilantro.