Why You’ll Love This Recipe
It’s easy to assemble with minimal prep. Feeds a group with one baking dish. Can be made ahead and baked fresh. Creamy, cheesy, savory, and filling. Easily customizable to taste.
Kitchen Equipment You’ll Need
Large skillet
Mixing bowls
Whisk
9×13-inch baking dish
Spatula
Aluminum foil (for covering during baking, if needed)
Tips for Success
Drain sausage well to avoid greasiness. Let cream cheese soften for easy mixing. Use thawed hash browns to prevent excess moisture. Don’t overbake—look for just-set eggs in the center. Let rest 5–10 minutes after baking for clean slices.
Ingredients
1 lb breakfast sausage
1 (8 oz) package cream cheese, softened
1 (26–30 oz) package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
8 large eggs
1 cup milk
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Directions
Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat. Stir in cream cheese until melted and well combined. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in hash browns, sausage mixture, and half the shredded cheese. Pour into prepared dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining cheese. Bake for 40–45 minutes or until center is set and top is golden. Let rest before serving.
Additional Tips or Variations
Add chopped bell peppers or onions for extra flavor. Use spicy sausage for a kick. Try mozzarella or pepper jack instead of cheddar. Top with chives or hot sauce before serving. For a lighter version, use turkey sausage and reduced-fat cheese.