Sausage, Egg & Cream Cheese Hashbrown Casserole

Instructions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat and set aside.
  3. Spread the thawed hashbrowns evenly in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, softened cream cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  5. Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the hashbrowns.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and potatoes.
  7. Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
  8. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the casserole is set in the center and lightly golden on top.
  9. Remove from the oven, garnish with fresh herbs, and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Variations

  • Use spicy sausage or chorizo for extra heat.
  • Add diced bell peppers, onions, or mushrooms for more vegetables.
  • Swap cheddar for pepper jack or Colby-Jack cheese.
  • Add cooked bacon crumbles for extra smoky flavor.

Tips

  • Make sure hashbrowns are thawed to prevent excess moisture.
  • Fully soften the cream cheese for a smooth egg mixture.
  • Let the casserole rest briefly before slicing for clean servings.
  • Leftovers reheat well and are perfect for meal prep breakfasts.