Sausage and Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

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Sausage and Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 40

Total Time 55

Allow me to introduce you to the Sausage and Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole, a combination of breakfast classics that will delight your taste buds. Each bite offers a blend of textures and flavors starting with the notes of breakfast sausage and ending with the smooth cream cheese all nestled between layers of perfectly crispy golden hash browns. Topped off with a layer of cheddar this casserole is the ultimate morning treat guaranteeing an unparalleled breakfast experience.

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Servings

Ingredients

2 pound hot breakfast sausage
2 cream cheese 8-oz packages - at room temperature
1 frozen shredded hash browns 30-32oz bag
1 tbsp. salt
½ tbsp. pepper
¼ tbsp. garlic powder
¼ tbsp. onion powder
2 c shredded cheddar cheese shredded
8 eggs
2 c milk

Equipment

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12-inch non-stick skillet
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Mixing bowls
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Hand mixer (optional)
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9×13-inch baking dish

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Cook the sausage in a skillet until it turns brown then remove any fat.
Combine the sausage with cream cheese.
Lightly brown the hash browns, in the skillet.
Layer the hash browns in a 9x13 inch pan followed by the sausage mixture. Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
In a bowl whisk eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and milk.
Pour the egg mixture over the ingredients in the pan.
Bake for 40 to 50 minutes until it becomes firm and golden, on top.

Notes

To ensure this Sausage and Cream Cheese Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole is gluten-free, be mindful of a few things. Firstly, when selecting your breakfast sausage, always check the label or inquire with the brand; some sausages use fillers that contain gluten. Secondly, consider the hash browns. While potatoes are naturally gluten-free, some commercial hash browns might be processed in facilities with gluten products or have additives. Opt for a certified gluten-free brand or shred your own potatoes for peace of mind. Remember, when adapting recipes for dietary needs, always read labels thoroughly and keep your kitchen cross-contamination free.

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