Sausage Potato Casserole: A Comfort Food Classic
Sausage Potato Casserole is a hearty, flavorful dish that’s perfect for any time of day. With savory Italian sausage, crispy hash browns, colorful veggies, creamy eggs, and gooey mozzarella cheese, this casserole is a comforting meal your whole family will love.
Ingredients
- ¾ pound Italian sausage spicy or mild
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 ounces white mushrooms chopped
- 1 green bell pepper chopped
- 1 red bell pepper chopped
- 6 eggs
- ⅓ cup milk 2% recommended
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
- 20 ounces frozen hash brown potatoes cubed, 1 bag
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese shredded
- 6 green onions chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Chop the vegetables and shred the mozzarella if needed.
- Cook Sausage and Veggies: Heat a skillet over medium heat. Cook the sausage, breaking it into crumbles. Remove and drain excess grease. Sauté the onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers in the same skillet until softened.
- Whisk the Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Assemble the Casserole: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Layer the hash browns, cooked sausage, and sautéed vegetables. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layers. Sprinkle mozzarella and green onions on top.
- Bake: Bake for 35–40 minutes until the eggs are set and the cheese is golden brown. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcal
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