Amish Breakfast Casserole With Hashbrowns Recipe
Amish Breakfast Casserole With Hashbrowns Recipe combines eggs, cheddar, sausage, and hashbrowns into a rich, hearty breakfast everyone will love.
Equipment
- Large mixing bowl
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Frying pan or skillet
- Spatula or wooden spoon
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Cheese grater (if using block cheese)
- Oven
Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
- 1 bag about 20 oz / 560 g frozen hashbrowns, thawed
- 500 g about 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional, but adds warmth
- 2 tablespoons butter for extra richness
Optional add-ins (my personal favorites):
- Diced bell peppers
- Mushrooms
- Cooked bacon instead of sausage
- A pinch of chili flakes for heat
- The combination of eggs cheese, and sausage creates a rich, savory base, while the hashbrowns soak up all the flavor like a dream.
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat and Prep
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Grease your baking dish with butter or cooking spray. This prevents sticking and adds a subtle buttery flavor.
Step 2: Cook the Sausage
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and fully cooked. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for another 2–3 minutes until soft and fragrant.
- Drain any excess grease and set aside.
- This step builds the base flavor of the casserole—don’t rush it.
Step 3: Prepare the Hashbrown Layer
- Spread the thawed hashbrowns evenly in the bottom of your baking dish.
- If you like a slightly crisp bottom layer (I always do), you can lightly sauté the hashbrowns in butter before adding them.
Step 4: Add Meat and Cheese
- Sprinkle the cooked sausage and onion mixture evenly over the hashbrowns.
- Then add the shredded cheddar cheese on top. Be generous—this is not the time to hold back!
Step 5: Mix the Egg Mixture
- In a large bowl, whisk together:
- Eggs
- Milk
- Sour cream
- Salt
- Pepper
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Whisk until smooth and creamy.
Step 6: Assemble the Casserole
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
- Gently tap the dish on the counter to help the mixture settle into all the layers.
Step 7: Bake
- Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 40–50 minutes.
- The top should be golden, and the center should be set (not jiggly).
- If the top browns too quickly, cover loosely with foil.
Step 8: Rest and Serve
- Let the casserole rest for about 10 minutes before slicing.
- This helps it firm up and makes serving easier.
- Serve warm—and enjoy every bite.