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Crockpot Breakfast Casserole

Crockpot Breakfast Casserole: Effortless Morning Bliss

This Crockpot Breakfast Casserole transforms hectic mornings into joyous moments with fluffy eggs, hearty sausage, and creamy cheese over crispy hash browns.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 12 large Eggs Use fresh eggs for best results.
  • 2 cups Milk Can substitute with almond or soy milk.
  • 30 oz Hash Brown Potatoes Frozen hash browns are recommended.
For the Flavor
  • 1 lb Bulk Breakfast Sausage Substitute with turkey sausage or omit for vegetarian.
  • 1 cup Onions, Diced Use pre-diced for quicker prep.
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers (Red & Green), Diced Any preferred sweet pepper can be used.
For the Creaminess
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese, Shredded Block cheese yields better melting.
  • 1 cup Pepper Jack Cheese, Shredded Substitute with Monterey Jack for milder flavor.
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Reduce quantity by half if using table salt.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper Adds slight heat to the dish.

Equipment

  • Crockpot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crockpot Breakfast Casserole
  1. Prepare the Crockpot by spraying the inside with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheeses in a bowl and set aside.
  3. Combine the cooked breakfast sausage, diced onions, and diced bell peppers in another bowl.
  4. Whisk a dozen eggs in a separate bowl and mix in the milk, kosher salt, and black pepper.
  5. Layer one-third of the frozen hash brown potatoes at the bottom of the crockpot.
  6. Add one-third of the sausage and veggie mixture followed by one cup of cheese mixture on top.
  7. Repeat layering with the remaining ingredients, finishing with the final third of hash browns.
  8. Pour the egg mixture over the top of the assembled layers.
  9. Cook the casserole in the crockpot on low for about 8 hours.
  10. Once cooked, check for a fluffy and firm texture and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 300mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with fresh fruit or yogurt for a complete meal. Freezing portions is recommended for longer storage.

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