Description
Start your morning off right with this hearty Sausage & Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole. Packed with savory sausage, creamy cheese, and crispy hash browns, this easy-to-make breakfast is perfect for meal prepping, brunch gatherings, or holiday mornings. It’s rich, satisfying, and incredibly flavorful with every bite.
Ingredients
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1 lb breakfast sausage (mild or spicy, based on preference)
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1 (26 oz) bag frozen hash browns, thawed
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup milk
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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4 large eggs
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1/2 cup green onions, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage until fully cooked and crumbled, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
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Make the Sauce: In a large bowl, mix cream cheese, cheddar cheese, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
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Combine Ingredients: Add thawed hash browns and cooked sausage to the bowl, mixing until well combined.
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Add Eggs: Whisk eggs in a separate bowl, then pour into the casserole mixture and stir until incorporated.
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Assemble: Transfer the mixture to a greased 9×13-inch baking dish and spread evenly.
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Bake: Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 45-50 minutes, or until the top is golden and the center is set.
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Notes
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Use spicy sausage for a little kick.
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Make ahead and refrigerate overnight to save time in the morning.
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Great for freezing and reheating individual portions.
