Description
This hearty Potato and Egg Casserole is a comforting layered bake combining thinly sliced potatoes, savory sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and a smooth egg mixture. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a cozy dinner, it bakes to golden perfection with a creamy, rich texture and satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables and Meat
- 4 large potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1/2 cup cooked turkey or beef sausage, crumbled
Dairy and Eggs
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter (for greasing)
Spices
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Layer First Half: Arrange half of the thinly sliced potatoes evenly in the baking dish, then sprinkle half of the diced onions, shredded cheddar cheese, and crumbled sausage over the potatoes creating a delicious layered base.
- Layer Second Half: Repeat the layering by adding the remaining potatoes, onions, cheese, and sausage, forming a second savory layer.
- Mix Egg Mixture: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined and smooth.
- Pour and Cover: Evenly pour the egg mixture over the layered potatoes, ensuring it seeps through the layers. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil to help steam and cook evenly.
- Bake Covered: Place the casserole in the oven and bake covered for 40 minutes. This allows the potatoes to become tender and the egg mixture to set gently.
- Finish Baking Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the top turns a beautiful golden brown and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cooling: Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes after baking to allow it to set further, making it easier to slice and serve.
Notes
- For extra flavor, you can add herbs like thyme or rosemary to the egg mixture.
- Feel free to substitute cheddar cheese with your favorite cheese such as mozzarella or pepper jack.
- Use any cooked sausage variant you prefer, or omit for a vegetarian version.
- The casserole can be prepared the night before and refrigerated; bake fresh in the morning.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat nicely in the oven or microwave.
