Cheesy Crack Breakfast Casserole: Truly Irresistible Delight!
This Crack Breakfast Casserole is cheesy, savory, and totally addictive, perfect for busy mornings or brunch gatherings.
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Servings: 8 slices
Calories: 350kcal
Equipment
- Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Dish
Ingredients
For the Meat
- 1 pound Pork Sausage Can substitute with turkey sausage
- 6 slices Bacon Can replace with pancetta or omit for vegetarian option
For the Creamy Base
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese Use Neufchâtel for lower-fat option
- 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a suitable substitute
- 1 cup Milk Almond or oat milk can be used for dairy-free
For the Binding
- 6 Eggs
For Seasoning
- 1 package Dry Ranch Seasoning Homemade ranch can be made with dried herbs
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Shallots can be used as a fresh alternative
- 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic is an elegant replacement
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
For the Base
- 30 ounces Frozen Hash Browns Freshly grated potatoes can be used
For the Gooey Layer
- 2 cups Shredded Cheddar Cheese Substitute with mozzarella or pepper jack for a twist
Instructions
How to Make
- In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork sausage and bacon until crispy and browned, about 8-10 minutes. Drain excess fat and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, blend cream cheese and sour cream until smooth and creamy. Add in the milk, eggs, dry ranch seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well until fully combined.
- Gently stir in the cooked meat, frozen hash browns, and one cup of shredded cheddar cheese until everything is nicely coated.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the greased dish, topping it with the remaining cheddar cheese. Cover with foil and bake for 50-60 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until cheese is golden brown and bubbly.
- Allow the casserole to rest for about 5 minutes after removing it from the oven. Serve warm.
Notes
Feel free to customize the ingredients by adding vegetables like diced bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1slice | Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 200mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 200mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 200mg | Iron: 2mg