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Creamy Amish Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole with Sausage

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A creamy, cheesy, and hearty breakfast casserole featuring sausage, white cheddar, and tender hash browns, perfect for weekend brunches.

Ingredients

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  • 32 oz (900 g) frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage, ground
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sour cream
  • 1 cup (240 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 cups (200 g) shredded white cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup (50 g) shredded mozzarella (optional)
  • 6 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) whole milk
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • Optional toppings: chopped fresh chives or parsley, hot sauce or salsa

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease your 9×13 baking dish with butter or non-stick spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium heat, crumble and brown the sausage until fully cooked (about 7-8 minutes). Drain excess fat and set aside to cool slightly.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sour cream, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth.
  4. Combine the casserole ingredients: Add the thawed hash browns, cooked sausage, and shredded white cheddar (and mozzarella if using) to the egg mixture. Fold gently until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer to baking dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Press down slightly to help it hold together after baking.
  6. Bake: Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 55-60 minutes until the top is golden and bubbly and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Rest before serving: Let the casserole sit for about 10-15 minutes after baking to set up.
  8. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with fresh chives or parsley and offer hot sauce or salsa on the side.

Notes

Thaw hash browns thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Drain cooked sausage fat well. Let casserole rest after baking for easier slicing. Tent with foil if top browns too quickly. For creamier texture, add extra 1/4 cup sour cream. Optional toppings include fresh herbs and hot sauce. Can be made vegetarian, low-carb, or dairy-free with substitutions.

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