Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Casserole (Printable Recipe)
Hearty breakfast casserole with sausage, eggs, cream cheese and hashbrowns - perfect for feeding a crowd.
# Ingredients You'll Need:
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1 pound breakfast sausage, fresh ground with herbs
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3 cups frozen shredded hash browns
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8 large eggs
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup whole milk
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
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2 green onions, chopped (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Set oven to 375°F and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish thoroughly for easy release
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Cook breakfast sausage in large skillet over medium heat, breaking apart with spatula until browned. Drain excess fat
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Whisk together eggs, milk, softened cream cheese, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until completely smooth
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Add cooked sausage, frozen hash browns, and cheddar cheese to egg mixture. Stir until evenly distributed
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Pour mixture into greased baking dish, spreading to edges. Bake uncovered 40-45 minutes until golden and center is set
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Rest casserole 5 minutes before slicing. Garnish with green onions if desired and serve warm
# Extra Tips:
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Ensure cream cheese is completely softened before mixing to prevent lumps
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Let casserole rest after baking for easier slicing and cleaner servings
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Brown sausage thoroughly for deeper flavor and to prevent greasy texture
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Can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning