Description
A rich and cheesy breakfast casserole packed with eggs, crispy bacon, golden hash browns, and creamy ranch seasoning. This hearty dish is perfect for feeding a crowd or meal prepping for an easy grab-and-go breakfast throughout the week.
Ingredients
Egg Mixture
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 tbsp ranch seasoning
- Salt & pepper to taste
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen hash browns, thawed
- 1 cup cooked bacon, crumbled
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, sour cream, ranch seasoning, salt, and pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Assemble Casserole: Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Layer the thawed hash browns evenly across the bottom, then sprinkle the crumbled bacon over the hash browns, followed by an even layer of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Add Egg Mixture: Pour the prepared egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring it covers all components.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your hearty breakfast casserole!
Notes
- Add diced jalapeños for a spicy kick to the casserole.
- This dish is excellent for meal prep and reheats beautifully throughout the week.
- Make sure hash browns are fully thawed for even cooking.
- Use cooked and crumbled bacon for best flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
