Sausage, Egg, and Cream Cheese Hashbrown Casserole
An irresistible comfort food casserole combining savory sausage, creamy cheese, and fluffy eggs, perfect for breakfast or brunch.
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 450kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage Choose a well-seasoned variety for maximum flavor.
- 6 large eggs These provide protein and create a fluffy texture.
- 8 ounces cream cheese This ingredient adds richness and creaminess.
- 3 cups frozen hashbrowns They offer a crispy base that pairs perfectly with the other ingredients.
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese This cheese adds a delightful sharpness and melty goodness.
- 1/2 cup milk This helps achieve a creamy consistency.
- to taste salt Essential seasoning to enhance the flavor.
- to taste black pepper Essential seasoning to enhance the flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the breakfast sausage until it’s fully cooked and crumbly, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain any excess grease and set the sausage aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat together the eggs with the milk, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Add the softened cream cheese to the egg mixture and whisk until fully blended and creamy.
- Fold in the cooked sausage and frozen hashbrowns, ensuring that the ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Pour the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center feels firm to the touch.
- Let it rest for five minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding diced onions or bell peppers to the sausage while it cooks. You can also customize by substituting turkey sausage or plant-based cream cheese for a lighter version.