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Irresistible crack breakfast casserole ready to serve on a breakfast table

Irresistible Crack Breakfast Casserole

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  • Author: Clara Monroe
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 50 minutes
  • Total Time: 65 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Carb

Description

A hearty breakfast casserole with a delicious blend of meat, cheese, and eggs, perfect for busy mornings or special gatherings.


Ingredients

  • 1 pound Pork Sausage (or turkey/vegetarian sausage)
  • 6 slices Bacon (omit or reduce for a lighter version)
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese (softened)
  • 1 cup Sour Cream (or Greek yogurt)
  • 1 cup Whole Milk (or dairy-free option)
  • 12 large Eggs (or flax eggs)
  • 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese (or pepper jack/Monterey jack)
  • 30 ounces Frozen Shredded Hash Browns (thawed and drained)
  • 1 packet Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix (gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 cup Diced Bell Peppers
  • 1 cup Spinach (fresh or frozen, thawed and drained)
  • 1 cup Mushrooms (sautéed)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large skillet, cook the pork sausage and bacon over medium heat until browned. Drain excess grease.
  3. In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
  4. Add eggs and milk to the bowl and mix well until fully combined.
  5. Stir in the thawed hash browns, cooked sausage, and bacon mixture.
  6. Add in the ranch seasoning, onion powder, and garlic powder. Mix all ingredients together.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Fold in the diced bell peppers, spinach, and mushrooms.
  9. Pour the mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish.
  10. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  11. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until golden and set in the middle.
  12. Let it rest for a few minutes before cutting into pieces.

Notes

Store leftovers tightly covered in the fridge for up to 3-4 days, or freeze for 2-3 months. Reheat in the oven or microwave.