Description
This Potato and Egg Casserole is a hearty and flavorful baked dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Layers of thinly sliced potatoes, savory sausage, onions, and melted cheddar cheese are combined with a seasoned egg and milk mixture, then baked to golden perfection. It’s easy to prepare and serves six, making it an ideal dish for family meals or gatherings.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey or beef sausage, crumbled
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish thoroughly with butter to prevent sticking.
- Layer half the potatoes and toppings: Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes evenly in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle half of the diced onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled cooked sausage over the potatoes.
- Repeat layering: Layer the remaining potatoes, followed by the rest of the onions, cheese, and sausage in the same manner to build the casserole layers.
- Mix the egg mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the 6 large eggs, 1 cup milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour egg mixture over casserole: Evenly pour the egg and milk mixture over the layered ingredients in the baking dish. This will help bind the casserole when baked.
- Cover and bake: Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes to cook the potatoes thoroughly and let flavors meld.
- Uncover and finish baking: Remove the foil after 40 minutes and continue baking for another 15 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes after baking. Then slice and serve warm for a delicious meal.
Notes
- Use thin potato slices to ensure even cooking within the given bake time.
- Substitute dairy or plant-based milk depending on dietary preferences.
- Can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking; add extra baking time if baking directly from cold.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage or replace with a plant-based alternative.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven.
