Bacon Egg And Hash Brown Casserole
Indulge, in the medley of flavors with our Bacon Egg And Hash Brown Casserole. As the golden hash browns create a base the crispy allure of bacon combines with velvety eggs to form a captivating blend. A sprinkle of seasonings – from the warmth of cayenne pepper, to the hints of onion and garlic powder – enhances each mouthful. Topped generously with cheddar cheese this breakfast masterpiece is a heartwarming treat. Whether it graces a brunch table or brings joy to a morning this casserole promises an unforgettable breakfast experience where simplicity meets unbeatable taste.
12 Servings
Ingredients
- 1 30 oz. package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
- 1/2 pound bacon cooked crisp and crumbled
- 8 eggs
- 1/2 c. milk
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp. pepper
- Pinch of cayenne pepper
- 8 oz. shredded cheddar cheese
- Chopped green onions for garnish optional
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking dish that measures 9x13 inches.
- Evenly distribute the hash browns, in the greased baking dish.
- In a bowl whisk together 8 eggs, 1/2 cup of milk, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon of powder, 1/4 teaspoon of pepper and a pinch of cayenne pepper until well combined.
- Pour the egg mixture over the hash browns in the baking dish.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese ( 8 ounces) over the egg and hash mixture.
- Next, add bacon on top of the cheese layer.
- Finish by sprinkling the remaining cheese over the bacon layer.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with foil to seal in moisture during cooking.
- Bake for an hour. Then remove the foil. Continue baking for 5 to 10 minutes until the center is fully cooked and a knife inserted comes out clean.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together nicely.
- If desired garnish with chopped onions, for added freshness. Enjoy your delicious Bacon Egg And Hash Brown Casserole!
Notes
To ensure that this delicious Bacon Egg And Hash Brown Casserole is gluten-free make sure that all of your ingredients have a certified gluten-free label. Choose a brand of hash browns that are specifically made without gluten and double check that the bacon, eggs, milk and seasonings you use are also free, from any traces of gluten. Instead of using all-purpose flour you can lightly sprinkle the baking dish with gluten-free flour or use a cooking spray that is specifically designed to be gluten-free for greasing. By making these substitutions you can enjoy the flavors of this casserole while ensuring it remains completely free from gluten making it suitable for those, with sensitivities to gluten.