FULLY LOADED BAKED EGG CASSEROLE
A hearty baked egg casserole loaded with hash browns, crispy bacon, vegetables and melty cheddar—perfect for brunch or feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 large eggs
- 2 cups milk whole milk for best texture
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 24 oz frozen shredded hash browns thawed and squeezed dry
- 8 slices bacon cooked and crumbled
- 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
- 1 cup green bell pepper diced
- 4 stalks green onions (scallions) sliced
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
- 2 tbsp butter for greasing the baking dish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter.
- Spread the thawed and squeezed-dry hash browns in an even layer in the prepared baking dish.
- Top the hash browns with half of the shredded cheddar, the crumbled bacon, diced green bell pepper, and half of the sliced green onions.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, heavy cream, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top.
- Bake uncovered for 40 to 45 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with the remaining green onions and serve warm.
Notes
Make ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover and refrigerate, then bake in the morning (add an extra 5-10 minutes to bake time if still chilled).
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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