Amish Breakfast Casserole (Printer-Friendly)

A hearty dish with crispy hash browns, savory sausage, eggs, and cheese, perfect for busy mornings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound breakfast sausage, casings removed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
04 - 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed

→ Dairy

05 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
07 - 1.5 cups whole milk
08 - 8 large eggs

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 0.25 teaspoon paprika
13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it up with a spoon until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
03 - Add chopped onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and set aside.
04 - In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
05 - Add hash browns, cooked sausage mixture, cheddar cheese, and Swiss cheese to the egg mixture. Stir until evenly distributed.
06 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly across the surface.
07 - Bake for 40-45 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd—yields 8 generous servings
  • Easy to prep ahead and bake fresh in the morning
  • Combines crispy, creamy, and savory textures in every bite
  • Customizable with your favorite cheeses or vegetables
  • Great for brunch gatherings, holidays, or meal prep
02 -
  • Use a mix of cheddar and Swiss for the best flavor balance
  • Don't skip draining the sausage—excess grease affects texture
  • Thaw and dry hash browns thoroughly for maximum crispiness
  • Let the casserole rest before slicing for clean, neat portions
  • Prepare the night before and bake fresh for stress-free mornings
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