Description
A hearty, savory main course that combines ground sausage, frozen hashbrowns, cheddar cheese, eggs, and heavy cream for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground breakfast sausage or Italian sausage
- 30 ounces frozen shredded hashbrowns (do not thaw)
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: Diced bell peppers, onions, jalapeños, or cooked bacon bits
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Brown the ground sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked; drain excess grease.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the frozen hashbrowns, shredded cheddar cheese, and cooked sausage.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, heavy cream, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the hashbrown mixture and stir gently to coat all ingredients.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly and pressing down gently.
- Bake for 45-50 minutes until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
Use frozen hashbrowns directly from the freezer to prevent sogginess. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing to ensure it holds together. If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil. This recipe is naturally gluten-free if the sausage is verified gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-50 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square slice
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 600
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
Keywords: casserole, breakfast for dinner, easy dinner, hashbrown casserole, sausage recipe, comfort food, meal prep, gluten-free