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Ultimate Cheesy Make-Ahead Breakfast Egg Bake with Sausage and Hash Browns

A decadent, cheesy slice of sausage and egg bake with melted cheese dripping down the side.
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This ultimate cheesy egg bake combines fluffy eggs, savory sausage, and crispy hash browns into a satisfying breakfast casserole. Prepare it the night before for stress-free mornings and easy brunch ideas for a crowd.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound breakfast sausage, cooked and drained
  • 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
  • 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 12 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup cottage cheese (small curd)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread the thawed hash browns evenly over the bottom of the dish.
  2. Sprinkle the cooked and drained sausage over the hash browns. Top with the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cottage cheese, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until fully combined and slightly frothy. This creates a high protein base.
  4. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and cheese layers in the baking dish. Gently press down on the ingredients to submerge them slightly in the egg mixture.
  5. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the hash browns to absorb moisture.
  6. When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the plastic wrap or foil.
  7. Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the egg bake is set in the center and lightly golden brown on top. A knife inserted near the center should come out clean.
  8. Let the cheesy breakfast bake rest for 5 to 10 minutes before slicing and serving. This is a perfect meal prep breakfast casserole.

Notes

  • For a crustless egg bake variation, omit the hash browns and add 1 cup of diced onion and bell pepper to the sausage layer.
  • If you prefer a fluffier texture, use only whole milk instead of cottage cheese, though the cottage cheese adds significant protein.
  • This recipe works well as an easy dinner recipe when you need a quick, savory baked breakfast option.

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