Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
A delicious and hearty dish combining breakfast favorites like bacon, cheese, and hash browns, perfect for family gatherings or brunch.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces Diced bacon Can substitute with ham, sausage, or veggies.
- 1 medium Onion, diced
- 8 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce (Optional)
- 4 cups Frozen hash browns, thawed
- 8 ounces Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 ounces Shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese
- 16 ounces Small curd cottage cheese Either 4% or 1% works well.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 13 inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a large skillet, cook the diced bacon over medium heat until crispy. Add the diced onions and cook until translucent. Remove from heat and drain the mixture on a paper towel to remove excess grease.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, black pepper, and if using, the hot sauce.
- Add the thawed hash browns, shredded cheddar cheese, shredded Swiss or Gruyere cheese, cooked bacon, and onions to the egg mixture.
- Stir everything together until the mixture is well combined.
Baking
- Pour the mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly.
- Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
- For a fresh finish, sprinkle chopped fresh chives on top, if desired.
Notes
For a lighter version, use turkey bacon or substitute some of the cheese with more vegetables. You can prep the casserole the night before. Just cover it and place it in the fridge. Bake it in the morning for a hot breakfast. Don’t skip letting it rest after baking! This helps it set and makes it easier to slice.