Ingredients
– 8 large eggs
– 2 cups milk
– 2 cups shredded hash browns (fresh or frozen)
– 1 ½ cups cooked and crumbled breakfast sausage (or diced ham)
– 1 cup bell peppers, diced (red, green, or yellow)
– 1 cup onion, diced
– 1 ½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or a blend)
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin
– 1 teaspoon chili powder
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Crafting the Make Ahead Breakfast Burrito Casserole is simple. Follow these easy steps:
1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
2. In a large bowl, crack the eggs and whisk together with milk, salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder until well combined.
3. Spread the hash browns evenly in the bottom of the greased baking dish.
4. Layer the cooked breakfast sausage (or ham) evenly over the hash browns.
5. Add the diced bell peppers and onions on top of the meat layer.
6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the top of the layered ingredients.
7. Sprinkle the shredded cheese across the casserole for a cheesy finish.
8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and firm.
9. Once cooked, remove casserole from the oven and allow it to cool for about 10 minutes.
10. Garnish with fresh cilantro or green onions before slicing and serving.
With these straightforward steps, you’ll have a delicious breakfast casserole that’s sure to impress.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 320 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 18g