Sausage, Egg, and Cream Cheese Hashbrown Casserole
A delightful casserole that combines layers of savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and rich cream cheese, all nestled among crispy hashbrowns, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 350kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage browned and crumbled
- 6 large eggs whisked
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 3 cups frozen hashbrowns straight from the freezer
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese shredded
- 1/2 cup milk for creaminess
- 1 pinch salt to enhance flavors
- 1 dash freshly ground black pepper for added spice
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage for about 7-10 minutes until fully cooked and crumbly. Drain excess grease and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the softened cream cheese to the egg mixture and whisk until fully blended without lumps.
- Stir in the cooked sausage and frozen hashbrowns until well mixed.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until edges are golden brown and center feels firm.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing into squares and serving warm.
Notes
Consider sautéing onions or bell peppers with the sausage for extra flavor. Top with fresh herbs for added freshness. Grease the baking dish generously for best results.