Cheesy Sausage Hashbrown Bake
The Cheesy Sausage Hashbrown Bake is a hearty and comforting casserole dish made with crispy hashbrowns, savory sausage, and a rich blend of cheeses. This easy-to-make bake is perfect for breakfast, brunch, or even dinner. It's a crowd-pleaser, combining the flavors of a classic breakfast into one cheesy, baked delight that can be prepped ahead for convenience.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking dish
- Large skillet
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage pork or turkey
- 1 30 oz bag frozen hashbrowns (thawed)
- 1 small onion diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or chives for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Cook the sausage:
- In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned and fully cooked, about 7-9 minutes. Use a spatula to break the sausage into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary and set aside.
- Mix the hashbrowns and cheese:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the thawed hashbrowns, cooked sausage, diced onion, 1 1/2 cups of the cheddar cheese, and 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese.
- Prepare the sauce:
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, cream of mushroom or chicken soup, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth.
- Combine and assemble:
- Pour the sauce over the hashbrown and sausage mixture. Stir everything together until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheddar and mozzarella cheeses over the top.
- Bake the casserole:
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and golden brown on top.
- Garnish and serve:
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley or chives if desired before serving.
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Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute turkey sausage, use reduced-fat sour cream, and opt for a lower-fat cheese blend.
- You can add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- For added spice, mix in diced jalapeños or a pinch of red pepper flakes.
- This casserole can be made ahead of time. Simply assemble the dish, cover, and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before baking. You may need to add an additional 10 minutes to the bake time if baking from chilled.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.