Hash Brown Egg Casserole: Your Ultimate Comfort Food Delight

This Hash Brown Egg Casserole is a delightful blend of crispy hash browns, cheeses, and fluffy eggs, making it a true crowd-pleaser.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Resting Time 10

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 8 slices

Course: Casserole

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

10 patties Frozen Hash Brown Patties Substitution: Use frozen shredded hash browns, adjusting quantity to cover the dish.

For the Cheesy Filling

2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
2 cups Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

For the Protein

2 cups Diced Cooked Ham Option to substitute with crispy bacon or sausage for extra flavor.

For Garnish

1 cup Chopped Scallions

For the Custard

8 large Large Eggs
2 cups Whole Milk

For Seasoning

1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Dry Mustard Optional but highly recommended.
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder

Equipment

9x13 inch baking dish

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease the bottom and sides of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
Arrange the frozen hash brown patties in a single layer at the bottom of the dish and press down gently.
Sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese over the hash brown layer, then add the diced cooked ham and chopped scallions.
In a bowl, whisk together the large eggs, whole milk, salt, ground dry mustard, and garlic powder until smooth.
Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes until just set.
Remove foil and bake for an additional 20 minutes until the top is golden brown.
Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 400mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is make-ahead friendly and can be prepared a day in advance.

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