Fully Loaded Baked Egg Casserole

Name: Fully Loaded Baked Egg Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Ingredients: 1 lb Breakfast Sausage (Ground); 1 cup Bacon Pieces; 1 Bag of hash Browns with Onions and Peppers (Frozen and Cubed); 12 Large Eggs; ½ cup Milk; 1 tsp Garlic Powder; 2 cup Cheese (Shredded); Salt and pepper to taste

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Are you looking for a way to get a bit innovative with your breakfasts? Are you tired of the same eggs and bacon? If so, you can do it with this easy fully loaded baked egg casserole for beginners to surprise your family with a special, decadent treat.

This simple fully loaded baked egg casserole meal will not only provide plenty of flavor, but it’s a very complete breakfast that will start your day off right. You can also save it to eat for dinner or store it for reheating during the week.

This casserole is simple and easy to prepare, as most of the ingredients it calls for can be found at home in your pantry or refrigerator. You can prepare it for your family and children or for an upcoming brunch gathering with friends!

Thanks to its simple ingredients, this quick fully loaded baked egg casserole recipe will save you a lot of time in the kitchen. And, you can use your time in the kitchen wisely while minimizing food waste.

So, stay with us so you can learn how to prepare this family friendly fully loaded baked egg casserole in just 15 minutes while getting a bit innovative with your breakfast menu!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

If you’re searching for homemade fully loaded baked egg casserole ideas that stray away from typical ingredients, this dish is for you. Adding your favorite breakfast ingredients is possible without the hassle. Swapping ingredients provides a personalized taste that’s just right for your family.
Simple ingredients mean no fretting over complicated ingredients that are difficult to source or find at a local grocery store.
This recipe is extremely budget-friendly, hearty, savory, and filling!
Family-friendly, even for picky kids and family members!

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

Breakfast sausage: You can swap traditional breakfast sausage for turkey sausage. This will reduce both grease and fat from the dish if you’re seeking a healthy fully loaded baked egg casserole version that’s also heart-healthy for the whole family.
Bacon pieces can be swapped for bacon bits using real or artificial bacon, depending on your tastes.
Making your very own hashbrowns from scratch is a great way to steer clear of preservatives. If you love hashbrowns and casseroles, be sure to try our sausage, egg, and cream cheese hashbrown casserole.
For a creamier casserole, consider swapping the milk for heavy whipping cream.

Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 40 minutes | Servings: 8

Ingredients:

1 lb Breakfast Sausage (Ground)

1 cup Bacon Pieces

1 Bag of hash Browns with Onions and Peppers (Frozen and Cubed)

12 Large Eggs

½ cup Milk

1 tsp Garlic Powder

2 cup Cheese (Shredded)

Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make It

Step 1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees. While your oven is preheating, you can spend time prepping the ingredients.

Step 2. Add the ground sausage to a skillet over medium high heat. Sauté until completely browned and drain any excess grease. Draining the grease removes excess fat and helps ensure a smoother, thicker texture once you mix your ingredients together.

Step 3. Mix the hash browns, cheese, sausage and bacon together in a large mixing bowl. Next, layer the ingredients in a 9×13 greased baking dish.

a) Add the hash browns, sauce and bacon.

b) Add the cheese.

Step 4. In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together to taste.

a) Add the eggs.

b) Add the milk.

c) Add the garlic powder.

Step 5. Pour the egg mixture over the casserole. Place the casserole into the oven and bake uncovered for 40 minutes or until cooked through.

Step 6. Remove the casserole from the oven and allow 10 minutes for it to cool before serving. Enjoy!

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Tips for Success

Use freshly grated cheese for optimal melting. Using packaged, shredded cheese will work but may not melt in the same fashion as freshly grated cheese.

Bake uncovered for 40 minutes and broil for 1 to 2 minutes once the casserole is done. This provides a golden-brown appearance, especially if you have a household of cheese lovers!

Storage & Reheating

Easily store this best fully loaded baked egg casserole recipe in individual portions or in a casserole dish that includes an airtight sealed cover. You can store this baked egg casserole safely for up to 3 or 4 days in your refrigerator.

Reheat this simple fully loaded baked egg casserole meal in a preheated oven (set to 350 degrees) for 10-15 minutes. You can also reheat this casserole directly in the microwave.

Freeze this casserole for up to 2 months safely in airtight, freezer-ready containers. Always thaw your casserole portions before reheating, whether in the oven or in your microwave.

Serving Suggestions

Because of the heartiness of this casserole, we recommend serving it alongside a light, airy, healthy dish, such as our fruit salad to die for recipe! If you’re feeling extra fancy, consider giving our fruit salsa with cinnamon chips a try for a bit of sweetness with this delicious casserole!

FAQs

Is this recipe kid-friendly?

Yes! If you have kids in the home who appreciate traditional breakfasts (including eggs and bacon), this casserole is sure to be a hit!

Can I swap some ingredients?

Of course! If your family is not a fan of breakfast sausage, you can choose to use ground turkey, bacon, peppers, onions, and even mushrooms. This is the perfect casserole to let your creativity shine when prepping breakfasts for the week.

Notes

You can prep this dish ahead of time while meal-prepping for the week. Be sure to do so in a casserole dish with an airtight lid and store for up to 3 days in your refrigerator before heating as directed.

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