Description
This hearty Potato and Egg Casserole is a comforting layered dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Combining thinly sliced potatoes with eggs, milk, cheese, onions, and savory sausage, it bakes to a golden, cheesy perfection. Easy to prepare and full of flavorful ingredients, this casserole serves six and is ideal for feeding a family or guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Potato Layer
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey or beef sausage, crumbled
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Other
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing the baking dish)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- First Layer of Potatoes and Toppings: Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes evenly in the baking dish. Then sprinkle half of the diced onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled cooked sausage over the potatoes to build the first flavorful layer.
- Second Layer of Potatoes and Toppings: Repeat the layering with the remaining potatoes, onions, cheese, and sausage to complete the layered base of the casserole.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined to form the custard-like mixture that will bind the casserole.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered potatoes, cheese, onions, and sausage in the baking dish, allowing it to soak through all layers.
- Bake Covered: Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes to cook the potatoes and set the egg mixture gently.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes until the top is golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean, indicating it is fully cooked.
- Cool and Serve: Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before slicing and serving. This resting time allows it to set and makes it easier to portion.
Notes
- You can substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese, such as mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the sausage or replace it with diced vegetables like bell peppers or mushrooms.
- The dish can be prepared the night before; simply assemble and refrigerate, then bake in the morning.
- Ensure the potatoes are sliced thinly for even cooking within the baking time.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
