Hash Brown, Broccoli, Sausage and Egg Breakfast Casserole 🥚🥔🌱

This hearty breakfast casserole is a delightful way to start your day! Packed with crispy hash browns, tender broccoli, savory sausage, and creamy eggs, it's perfect for brunch or as a make-ahead breakfast during busy mornings. It’s versatile, so feel free to swap in your favorite veggies or type of sausage for added creativity!

Ingredients

For the base

• 1 (20 oz) package frozen hash browns
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 1 ½ cups fresh broccoli florets (or thawed frozen broccoli)
• 1 lb breakfast sausage (Italian or turkey)
• 6 large eggs
• 1 cup milk (whole or your choice)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional toppings

• Fresh parsley (for garnish)
• Sliced green onions
• Hot sauce or salsa (for a spicy kick)

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.

🔥 Preheating the oven ensures that your casserole cooks evenly and rises beautifully.

• In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess grease and set aside.

• In a large bowl, combine the hash browns, cooked sausage, broccoli florets, and half of the cheddar cheese. Mix well.

🥦 For added texture, you can steam the broccoli for a couple of minutes prior to mixing. This will keep it bright green and slightly tender.

• In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.

• Pour the egg mixture over the hash brown mixture and stir until everything is well coated.

• Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.

🧀 If you're feeling adventurous, try using a mix of cheeses for a more complex flavor—a blend of cheddar, mozzarella, and Monterey Jack works wonderfully!

• Bake in the preheated oven for 45-50 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.

• Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing into squares.

⏲️ Allowing it to rest is essential; this helps the casserole firm up and makes it easier to cut.

Variations

• Vegetarian: Substitute breakfast sausage with sautéed mushrooms, bell peppers, and spinach. This will keep the dish hearty and flavorful!
• Low-carb: Use cauliflower rice instead of hash browns for a lower-carbohydrate option that’s still delicious.
• Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes to heat things up!
• Overnight option: Prepare the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. In the morning, bake it straight from the fridge—just add an extra 10 minutes to the baking time.

Enjoy your flavorful and filling breakfast casserole! It’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at any table! 🍽️✨