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Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Ultimate Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole for Easy Mornings

This Easy Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole combines crispy bacon, creamy eggs, and melty cheese over hearty hash browns, perfect for any breakfast gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 50 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 24 oz Frozen cubed hash brown potatoes Thawed for better cooking results
  • 8 oz Bacon strips Can swap for sausage or ham
  • 2 cups Shredded cheddar cheese Can use Monterey Jack or a cheese blend
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 8 large Large eggs No substitutes recommended
  • ½ cup 2% milk Whole milk or cream can be used for richness
  • 1 tsp Paprika Smoked paprika can enhance flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • Baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all ingredients.
  2. In a bowl, combine thawed hash brown potatoes, crumbled bacon, ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and salt. Mix well.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs and 2% milk until fully blended.
  4. Pour the egg mixture over the hash brown layer in the baking dish. Sprinkle with paprika.
  5. Bake uncovered for 45 to 50 minutes until firm and golden brown.
  6. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese on top and bake for an additional minute.
  7. Allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 200mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish is customizable; feel free to add sautéed veggies or swap meats as desired.

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