Description
Mornings just got easier and more delicious with this Overnight Cheesy Sausage & Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole! Prep it the night before, pop it in the fridge, and wake up to a ready-to-bake breakfast. Perfect for holidays, meal prep, or feeding a crowd, this dish is packed with savory sausage, crispy hashbrowns, and melty cheese. Who’s ready for a slice? 😍
Ingredients
✔️ 2 cups shredded mild cheddar cheese
✔️ 1 (30 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns
✔️ 2 lbs breakfast sausage (use hot for a kick!)
✔️ 2 cups milk
✔️ 8 medium eggs
✔️ ¼ tsp onion powder
✔️ ¼ tsp garlic powder
✔️ 1 tsp salt
✔️ ½ tsp pepper
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (if baking immediately).
2️⃣ In a large skillet, cook sausage until browned, then drain and set aside.
3️⃣ In the same skillet, lightly brown hashbrowns, then transfer to a greased 9×13 casserole dish.
4️⃣ Layer the sausage and cheese on top of the hashbrowns.
5️⃣ In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder until well combined. Pour over the casserole.
6️⃣ Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
7️⃣ The next morning, bake uncovered at 350°F for 40 minutes or until the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
8️⃣ Serve warm & enjoy!
Notes
✅ Make Ahead: Prep and refrigerate overnight for a stress-free morning!
✅ Storage: Cover and refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.
✅ Reheat: Microwave individual slices or reheat in the oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.
✅ Freeze: Once cooled, freeze in an airtight container. Reheat in the oven until warmed through.
💡 Pro Tip: Want extra flavor? Add diced bell peppers, green onions, or swap sausage for bacon!
💛 Start your day with this cheesy, protein-packed, and family-approved breakfast casserole! Who’s making it this weekend? 🍽️✨
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 - 15
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Protein: 25g