Amish Breakfast Casserole Hash Browns (Print Version)

Savory Amish breakfast casserole with hash browns, sausage, eggs, and cheese—ideal for meal prep or crowd-pleasing mornings.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound breakfast sausage, casings removed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
04 - 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed

→ Dairy

05 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
07 - 1.5 cups whole milk
08 - 8 large eggs

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 0.25 teaspoon paprika
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional for garnish

# How to Make It:

01 - Set oven to 350°F. Coat a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook sausage while breaking it apart with a spoon, until fully browned, about 6–8 minutes. Drain off any excess fat.
03 - Add onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are tender. Remove skillet from heat.
04 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
05 - Add thawed hash browns, cooked sausage mixture, cheddar, and Swiss cheese to the bowl. Mix thoroughly to combine.
06 - Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading evenly.
07 - Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
08 - Allow to rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Top with chopped parsley, if desired.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • You can prep everything the night before and wake up to zero morning stress.
  • It’s the kind of hearty breakfast that keeps everyone full and happy till lunch.
02 -
  • If you rush and don’t let it rest, the slices fall apart and make for messy plates.
  • Thawing hash browns fully prevents soggy spots and lets them crisp up for tasty texture.
03 -
  • Let the casserole sit before slicing for perfect edges and easier plating.
  • Mixing cheeses gives each bite a playful balance of sharp and buttery richness — don’t skip it.
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