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Easy Cheesy Crockpot Breakfast Casserole with Sausage

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A hearty, cheesy breakfast casserole made in the crockpot with sausage, cheddar, eggs, and hash browns. Perfect for busy mornings and lazy weekends.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound breakfast sausage (spicy or mild), browned and drained
  • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (about 200 grams)
  • 10 large eggs, room temperature, beaten
  • 1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
  • 3 cups frozen hash browns, thawed (about 450 grams)
  • 1 medium onion, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley or chives, chopped for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage in a skillet over medium heat until no longer pink, about 10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  2. Optional: In the same skillet, sauté diced onions until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until fully combined and slightly frothy.
  4. Stir in garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Add thawed hash browns, browned sausage, sautéed onions, and 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the egg mixture. Stir gently until evenly distributed.
  6. Lightly grease the inside of the crockpot with butter or non-stick spray.
  7. Pour the mixture into the crockpot and sprinkle the remaining ½ cup cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Cover and cook on low for 6-7 hours until the casserole is set and edges are golden. Check doneness by inserting a knife or toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
  9. If not done, cook an additional 15-30 minutes.
  10. Turn off the crockpot and let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired.

Notes

Avoid lifting the lid during cooking to prevent heat loss. For a firmer texture, cook on high for 3-4 hours instead. Browning the sausage well and draining fat is essential to avoid greasiness. Use thawed hash browns to prevent excess moisture. Prep sausage and onions the night before for quicker morning assembly.

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