Cheesy egg bake with sausage and crispy-edged potatoes
Sausage Hash Brown Brunch Casserole
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
50 min
Total Time
1 hr 10 min
Servings
8
8 servings
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Budget
$
Sausage Hash Brown Brunch Casserole
Cheesy egg bake with sausage and crispy-edged potatoes
A crowd-size brunch casserole with sausage, eggs, hash browns, and cheese that feeds hungry people without any drama.
20m
Prep Time
50m
Cook Time
70m
Total Time
8
Servings
Easy
Difficulty
Budget $
Cost
Sarah Chen
(Updated )
If you need a brunch recipe that disappears, make this. Hash browns and sausage do the heavy lifting, while the egg-and-cheese base keeps the casserole sliceable and easy to serve.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 bag frozen hash browns, thawed
- 8 eggs
- 1.5 cups milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar
- 4 scallions, sliced
Instructions
- 1
Heat the oven to 375°F and grease a baking dish.
- 2
Brown the sausage in a skillet and drain if needed.
- 3
Whisk together the eggs and milk, then stir in the hash browns, sausage, cheese, and scallions.
- 4
Transfer to the baking dish and bake until the center is set and the top is golden.
- 5
Rest briefly before slicing.
Serving Suggestions
Ways to Serve This Dish
Serve alongside fresh fruit and your favorite morning beverage
Pair with crispy bacon or sausage links for a hearty start
Substitutions
CheddarSwiss
Swiss gives the casserole a more quiche-like flavor
Breakfast sausageCooked bacon
Bacon works well but gives a slightly drier filling
DepthPantry
Test Kitchen Pick
Vanilla Extract
Helpful Pantry Staple
Why the vanilla matters
For baking and desserts, vanilla is often carrying more aroma than people expect. A better bottle gives the whole recipe a cleaner finish.
This is a small pantry move that usually makes baked goods taste more complete.
- Improves aroma in desserts and bakes
- Useful across cakes, cookies, and breakfast bakes
Vanilla extract is one of the easiest pantry upgrades to keep using.
Shop vanilla extract for this recipeTips & Storage
Pro Tips
Press excess moisture out of thawed hash browns if they seem wet.
Pepper jack works if you want a slightly spicier casserole.
Storage
Refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheating
Reheat slices in the microwave or oven until warmed through.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving (1 slice) · 8 servings
Calories420
LowModerateHigh
A moderate-calorie serving · based on a 2,000 cal daily diet
Protein20g
Carbohydrates18g
Fat29g
Fiber1g
Sugar2g
Sodium760mg
Nutritional values are approximate and may vary based on specific ingredients and preparation methods.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Can I assemble it ahead?
- Yes. Assemble it the night before and bake in the morning.
- Can I make it vegetarian?
- Yes. Skip the sausage and add sauteed mushrooms or peppers.
About Sarah Chen
Sarah Chen is a professional recipe developer and food editor with over a decade of experience in test kitchens and food media. She trained at the Culinary Institute of America before spending six years developing and testing recipes for national food publications, where she honed her ability to translate restaurant techniques into approachable home cooking. At RecipePool, Sarah leads recipe development, ensuring every dish is tested at least three times for clarity, accuracy, and genuine deliciousness. When she is not in the kitchen, she is browsing farmers markets and collecting vintage cookbooks.
View all recipes →Some product links on this page may be affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate RecipePool earns from qualifying purchases.
You Might Also Like
Thai
Mango Sticky Rice Breakfast Bowls
A breakfast-leaning take on mango sticky rice with warm coconut rice and ripe mango served in bowl form for brunch.
40 min
EasyBaked Apple Oatmeal
A brunch-friendly baked oatmeal with apples, cinnamon, and maple that feels wholesome without being austere.
55 min
Easy
French
French Mustard Chicken
A French-style skillet braise with Dijon mustard, shallots, cream, and chicken thighs that feels bistro-worthy without being difficult.
45 min
Easy
Mediterranean
Savory Spinach Feta Breakfast Muffins
A protein-forward breakfast muffin packed with spinach, feta, and herbs for easy weekday breakfasts or brunch spreads.
37 min
Easy
Japanese
Japanese Egg Salad Sandwich
A silky Japanese-style egg salad sandwich with milk bread and a rich, tidy filling that is much more than a basic lunchbox sandwich.
25 min
Easy