Description
A comforting breakfast casserole featuring crispy hash browns, fluffy eggs, and gooey cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package frozen hash browns
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced bell peppers
- 1 cup diced onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (such as chives or thyme) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare the hash browns by thawing and draining them, then spread them evenly in a greased 9×13-inch casserole dish.
- Sauté diced onions and bell peppers in a skillet over medium heat until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Mix eggs and milk in a bowl, adding salt, pepper, and chopped herbs to taste.
- Assemble the casserole by layering the sautéed vegetables over the hash brown crust, then pour the egg mixture on top and finish with cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45 minutes or until golden brown and the eggs are set.
- Let it rest for about 10 minutes before slicing for improved shape.
Notes
You can easily substitute ingredients based on availability. For a dairy-free option, use almond milk, and for a plant-based option, replace eggs with tofu.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 260mg
Keywords: breakfast casserole, hash browns, cheesy eggs, family recipe, brunch