Description
Southern comfort meets breakfast bliss in this Biscuits and Gravy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole, layering savory sausage gravy, crispy potatoes, and flaky biscuit pieces. Hearty flavors meld together, creating a satisfying morning meal perfect for weekend gatherings or lazy weekend mornings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 lb ground sausage
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
Potatoes and Base:
- 1 (30 oz) bag frozen hashbrowns
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
Seasonings and Extras:
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups prepared country gravy
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and thoroughly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- In a large skillet, brown the ground sausage and chopped bacon over medium-high heat until fully cooked and crispy, breaking the meat into small crumbles.
- Drain excess fat from the meat mixture, then transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to remove additional grease.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, whole milk, and heavy cream until smoothly combined.
- Incorporate black pepper, salt, and garlic powder into the egg mixture, stirring to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Spread frozen hashbrowns as the base layer in the prepared baking dish, creating an even foundation.
- Sprinkle the cooked meat mixture uniformly over the hashbrowns, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Pour the seasoned egg mixture carefully over the meat and hashbrowns, allowing it to seep through the layers.
- Top the casserole with shredded cheddar cheese, creating a golden, melty surface.
- Drizzle prepared country gravy across the entire casserole for rich, creamy flavor distribution.
- Bake uncovered for 45-50 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top turns golden brown.
- Remove from oven and let the casserole rest for 10 minutes to allow setting and easier serving.
- Garnish with chopped green onions just before serving for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Replace ground sausage with turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner protein option that keeps the dish light and nutritious.
- Swap traditional hashbrowns with sweet potato shreds to add more vitamins and create a unique flavor profile that adds unexpected depth.
- Reduce heavy cream by mixing half milk and half cream to cut down on calories without compromising the creamy texture of the casserole.
- Prepare casserole night before and refrigerate, allowing flavors to meld and making morning preparation super quick and convenient for busy households.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg