Let stand or 5 - 10 minutes before serving.īiscuits and Gravy, Peanut Butter Breakfast Cookies and Asparagus Sausage Quiche are three of my favorite breakfast recipes.Continue to cook checking every 5 minutes. If your casserole is runny, it is not done yet. Top with cheese and bake for 45 - 50 minutes or until egg has set. Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium-high. Place in a prepared 9 x 13 casserole dish. 4 ounces extra-sharp Cheddar cheese, shredded (about 1 cup), divided 5 large eggs ¼ cup heavy whipping cream 1 tablespoon minced fresh chives Directions Step 1 Preheat oven to 425☏ with oven rack about 6 inches from heat.Combine all ingredients in a large bowl reserving 1 cup cheese to top casserole.Colby Jack Cheese - The combination of Cheddar and Monterey Jack cheese make the cheese melt perfectly.Breakfast Sausage - You could also substitute bacon for the sausage or combine the two.Half & Half - Milk will work as a substitute.Diced Red Bell Pepper & Onion - You could also add mushrooms, green bell pepper or any other veggies that you have available.If you start with frozen hash browns the cook time will increase. Hash Brown Potatoes - I really like a diced potato when making this recipe, but you can certainly use a shredded potato too.Freezing after baking:įreeze any leftovers in single servings for an easy breakfast or lunch that can be rewarmed in the microwave. It may be necessary to add a few minutes to the cook time. Be sure to freeze in an airtight container or freezer bag.Īfter thawing in the fridge, place casserole in prepared 9 x 13 dish and follow the baking instructions. Make an extra casserole and store in the freezer for up to 3 months. CAN THIS CASSEROLE CAN BE FROZEN? Absolutely! Freezing before baking:
When you are ready to cook the next day, pop in the oven and add approximately 10 minutes to the bake time. Cover with foil and store in the fridge overnight. To make ahead of time, follow the instructions up to placing the casserole in the oven. Yes, you can make this recipe the day before you plan to serve it. When serving this casserole for breakfast, fresh fruit and toast go perfectly, but when serving for dinner or brunch a simple green salad is what I prefer. WHAT TO SERVE WITH CHEESY HASH BROWN BREAKFAST CASSEROLE? Make this breakfast casserole on family vacation, a girl's getaway trip or for a big group brunch at home. You won't need to spend a ton of time in the kitchen. This recipe is perfect when you are planning a meal for guests.