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Crack Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Crack Breakfast Casserole Recipe
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This Crack Breakfast Casserole is a savory, hearty dish packed with layers of sausage, bacon, creamy cheese, hash browns, and a blend of flavorful seasonings, perfect for a crowd-pleasing brunch or an easy, make-ahead breakfast.

Ingredients

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Meats

  • 1 pound (450g) pork sausage
  • 1 pound (450g) bacon, chopped

Dairy

  • 4 ounces (113g) cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup (120g) sour cream
  • 1 cup (240ml) whole milk
  • 8 large eggs
  • 2 cups (200g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Vegetables & Seasonings

  • 1 (30-ounce/850g) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and drained
  • 1 (1-ounce/28g) packet dry ranch seasoning mix
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Cook the Meats: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the pork sausage until browned and cooked through, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks. Remove sausage from skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, cook the chopped bacon until crisp. Drain excess fat and set bacon aside.
  2. Prepare the Cheese Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat together the softened cream cheese, sour cream, whole milk, and eggs until smooth and well combined.
  3. Add Seasonings and Cheese: Stir in the dry ranch seasoning mix, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and half of the shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture. Mix well.
  4. Combine Hash Browns and Meats: In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed and drained shredded hash browns with the cooked sausage and bacon, mixing to evenly distribute.
  5. Assemble the Casserole: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish. Spread half of the hash brown and meat mixture evenly in the dish. Pour half of the egg and cheese mixture over the layer. Repeat with the remaining hash brown mixture and the rest of the egg mixture.
  6. Bake: Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the casserole. Bake uncovered for 50-60 minutes, or until the casserole is set and golden brown on top. A knife inserted in the center should come out clean.
  7. Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Ensure hash browns are completely thawed and well-drained to avoid excess moisture in the casserole.
  • You can substitute ground turkey for pork sausage for a leaner option.
  • Make-ahead tip: Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate. Bake in the morning, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time if still chilled.
  • Feel free to add chopped green onions, bell peppers, or mushrooms for extra flavor and texture.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

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