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Hash Brown Egg Casserole

Hash Brown Egg Casserole: Your Go-To for Effortless Brunch

This Hash Brown Egg Casserole is the perfect make-ahead dish for a delicious breakfast or brunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole Base
  • 24 oz Frozen Hash Brown Patties or substitute with frozen shredded hash browns
  • 2 cups Diced Cooked Ham can substitute with cooked bacon or sausage
For the Egg Mixture
  • 8 large Large Eggs key binding agent
  • 1 cup Whole Milk consider half-and-half for richness
  • 1 tsp Salt adjust to meet dietary needs
  • 1 tsp Ground Dry Mustard optional
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder can swap with fresh minced garlic
For the Cheesy Topping
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese no substitutions recommended
  • 1 cup Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese can substitute with any melty cheese
For Freshness and Garnish
  • 1/2 cup Scallions (Chopped) can replace with chives

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Directions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a greased 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange the frozen hash brown patties in a single layer at the bottom of the baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese over the hash brown layer, followed by the diced ham and chopped scallions.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, salt, dry mustard, and garlic powder until fluffy.
  5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
  6. Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes, or until golden.
  7. Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 17gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 220mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Firmly pack hash browns and rest the casserole after baking for best results.

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