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The Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole

The Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole for Stress-Free Mornings

The Ultimate Overnight Breakfast Casserole transforms busy brunches into delicious memories, while being freezer-friendly and versatile.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Chill Time 8 hours
Total Time 9 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage Substitute with bacon or diced ham for variation.
  • 8 Eggs Essential for setting the casserole.
  • 2 cups Milk Whole milk is preferred.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be used as a lower-fat alternative.
  • 30 ounces Hash Browns Fresh, frozen, or potato cubes can work.
For the Flavor
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella can be added for extra creaminess.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 1/4 cup Green Onions Can be omitted if preferred.

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • baking dish
  • spatula
  • Foil

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, breaking it apart until crispy.
  2. Whisk together eggs, milk, and sour cream in a large mixing bowl until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grease a 9x13 baking dish. Layer half of the hash browns at the bottom.
  4. Distribute half of the cooked sausage over the hash browns. Sprinkle with cheddar cheese.
  5. Repeat layering with remaining hash browns and sausage.
  6. Pour whisked egg mixture over the layers, ensuring it seeps in.
  7. Cover with foil and refrigerate overnight.
  8. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake covered for 45 minutes.
  9. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  10. Garnish with green onions and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize with your favorite ingredients, but watch for substitutions that may affect texture.

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