Description
This Cheesy Hash Brown Egg Bake is packed with flavor and comfort, featuring crispy bacon, fluffy eggs, and rich cheeses. Ideal for brunch or any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 to 16 ounces bacon or sausage, chopped
- ½ cup small diced onion or shallots
- 8 large eggs, lightly beaten
- 4–5 cups shredded hash browns
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ¾ cup cottage cheese
- ¾ cup sour cream
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded swiss cheese
- chopped green onions or chives for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9X13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon or sausage along with the onion until cooked completely, and bacon is crispy. Drain excess grease.
- In a large bowl, mix together the eggs, hash browns, hot sauce (if using), salt, pepper, cottage cheese, sour cream, and both cheeses. Add the cooked bacon (or sausage) and onion, mixing well.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan. You may cover and refrigerate overnight if desired.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes until the edges are lightly golden, the center is puffy, and a thin knife comes out clean. If refrigerated beforehand, add 10-15 minutes to the baking time.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or chives. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before cutting into squares to serve.
Notes
For spiciness, consider using a spicy sausage or adding extra hot sauce.
Feel free to mix the cheese types based on your preference.
This casserole can be made ahead and baked in the morning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 200mg