Flavorful Breakfast Casserole with Sausage
Start your day right with this flavorful breakfast casserole packed with crumbled sausage, fluffy eggs, and vibrant diced onion and bell peppers. This easy-to-make one-serving dish layers savory hash browns and creamy cheddar cheese for a satisfying breakfast that warms both heart and palate. Perfect for busy mornings or a comforting weekend brunch.
ingredients
- 2 oz breakfast sausage, crumbled
- 2 large eggs
- 2/3 cup whole milk
- 1 cup frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/4 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 medium onion, diced
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/2 tablespoon olive oil
- Fresh chives for garnish (optional)
steps
- 1.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a small baking dish.
- 2.
In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the crumbled breakfast sausage and cook until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
- 3.
Add the diced onion to the skillet and sauté until translucent, then add the diced bell peppers and cook for another 2 minutes.
- 4.
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- 5.
Layer the thawed hash browns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- 6.
Spread the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture over the hash browns, then pour the egg mixture over the layers, ensuring even coverage.
- 7.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, spreading it evenly over the casserole.
- 8.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- 9.
Allow to cool slightly, garnish with fresh chives if desired, and serve warm.
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