Breakfast Casserole

A hearty breakfast casserole that’s sure to become a weekend staple! This satisfying dish is packed with crispy bread, gooey cheese, and savory hash browns.

Plus, you can customize it with your favorite add-ins, like veggies or sausage.

Perfect for brunch gatherings or a quick morning meal.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups cubed bread (white or whole wheat)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup frozen hash browns, thawed
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: 1 cup diced vegetables (bell peppers, mushrooms, etc.)
• Optional: 1/2 cup diced cooked sausage or bacon

Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with the melted butter.

In a large skillet, sauté the diced onion and minced garlic over medium heat until the onion is translucent.

Add the thawed hash browns to the skillet and cook until they’re lightly browned. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

In a large bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, and a pinch of salt and pepper.

Add the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheese, cooked hash brown mixture, and diced bread to the bowl. Stir until the bread is evenly coated.

If using, add the diced vegetables and cooked sausage or bacon to the bowl and stir to combine.

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and let it sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the bread to absorb the liquid. Bake the casserole for 35-40 minutes, or until puffed and golden brown.

Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

Use any type of bread you like, but it’s best to use day-old bread for better absorption. If using vegetables, choose ones that cook quickly like bell peppers or mushrooms.

You can customize the recipe to your taste by adding different veggies or proteins.

The casserole is quite versatile! Let the casserole sit for 10-15 minutes before baking to ensure the bread absorbs the liquid well. This recipe is perfect for brunch or a lazy Sunday morning, and it’s enough for 5 people.

You can easily double or triple the recipe for a larger crowd.

If you want a crisper top, bake for an additional 5-10 minutes. Keep an eye on it to avoid burning.

Feel free to add other seasonings or spices to the egg mixture to give it an extra boost of flavor.

Nutrional Value

• Calories: 340
• Total Fat: 19g
• Saturated Fat: 9g
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sodium: 450mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 26g
• Dietary Fiber: 4g
• Sugars: 6g
• Protein: 18g