Description
This hearty Bacon, Egg, and Hashbrown Casserole is the ultimate comfort food for breakfast or brunch. Made with crispy hashbrowns, smoky bacon, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese, this dish is easy to prepare and perfect for feeding a crowd. Great for holidays, weekends, or meal prep!
Ingredients
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- 1 lb (450 g) frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 8 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
- 2 green onions, sliced (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Layer the Casserole:
- Spread the thawed hashbrowns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Add the Bacon and Cheese:
- Sprinkle crumbled bacon, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese evenly over the hashbrowns.
- Make the Egg Mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble and Bake:
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the hashbrowns and cheese. Use a spatula to gently press everything down.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
- Garnish and Serve:
- Let cool for 5 minutes, then garnish with sliced green onions. Slice and serve warm.
Notes
- Swap bacon for cooked sausage or ham for a different twist.
- Add diced bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor and color.
- This casserole can be made ahead: assemble the night before, refrigerate, and bake in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: ~280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 180mg