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Crack Breakfast Casserole

Crack Breakfast Casserole Recipe

The Crack Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, cheesy, and savory dish made with sausage, bacon, hash browns, and ranch-seasoned eggs. Perfect for brunch or meal prep, it’s an irresistible comfort food that everyone will love.

  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup cooked and crumbled bacon
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1 packet (1 oz) ranch dressing mix
  • 1 package (28 oz) frozen hash browns

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
  2. Layer the hash browns: Evenly spread the frozen hash browns across the bottom of the greased baking dish.
  3. Add the sausage and bacon: Sprinkle the cooked and crumbled sausage and bacon over the hash browns to create a savory layer.
  4. Top with cheese: Sprinkle 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage and bacon.
  5. Prepare the egg mixture: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, and ranch dressing mix until well combined.
  6. Assemble the casserole: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish.
  7. Add more cheese: Sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  8. Bake the casserole: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, or until the casserole is set in the center and the cheese is bubbly and golden brown.
  9. Cool and serve: Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • Customize Your Protein: Don’t love sausage or bacon? Substitute with diced ham, turkey sausage, or even plant-based alternatives.
  • Make It Ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before and store it in the fridge. Bake fresh in the morning for a stress-free breakfast.
  • Spice It Up: Add diced jalapeños, green chilies, or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper for a kick of heat.
  • Use Fresh Hash Browns: If you prefer, swap frozen hash browns for freshly grated potatoes. Just make sure to squeeze out excess moisture.
  • Author: Elina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 1/8 of the casserole)
  • Calories: 380kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 820mg
  • Fat: 29g
  • Saturated Fat: 12g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 210mg

Keywords: Breakfast casserole with sausage and bacon, Cheesy hash brown casserole, Easy breakfast bake recipe