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Crack Breakfast Casserole

Crack Breakfast Casserole: Hearty, Make-Ahead Family Favorite

Crack Breakfast Casserole is a hearty dish that combines creamy goodness, crispy hash browns, and melty cheese, perfect for busy mornings or family gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Pork Sausage Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
  • 6 slices Bacon Try pancetta or turkey bacon for a different flavor.
  • 30 ounces Hash Browns Swap for quinoa or cauliflower rice for lower-carb alternative.
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese Ricotta or cottage cheese can lighten things up.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Use Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup Milk Switch to almond milk for a dairy-free version.
  • 6 large Eggs
  • 1 packet Dry Ranch Seasoning Italian seasoning is an alternative if desired.
For the Flavor Boost
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Fresh chopped onion can be used instead.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Feel free to substitute with fresh garlic.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust according to preference.
For the Topping
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Consider mozzarella, pepper jack, or feta for different flavor profiles.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13-inch baking dish

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the pork sausage and bacon until browned and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a mixing bowl, blend the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Gradually mix in the milk, eggs, dry ranch seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Fold in the cooked sausage, bacon, hash browns, and 1 cup of cheddar cheese to the creamy mixture and stir gently.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly, then top with the remaining shredded cheddar cheese.
  6. Cover with foil and bake for 50-60 minutes, then remove the foil and bake for an additional 8-10 minutes until the cheese is golden.
  7. Remove from the oven and let it rest for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 18gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Feel free to prepare the casserole the night before and refrigerate it until ready to bake in the morning.

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