Ultimate Potato Egg Breakfast Casserole
Start your day with our Ultimate Potato Egg Breakfast Casserole, a hearty and delicious morning meal. Loaded with tender potatoes, fluffy eggs, and savory ingredients, this casserole is perfect for brunch or meal prepping for the week. Easy to make and sure to please everyone, it’s a comforting and flavorful way to begin your day. Enjoy a warm, cheesy breakfast that turns every morning into a special occasion!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 653kcal
Equipment
- 9 x 13 Casserole Baking Dish
Ingredients
- 1 lb Bacon (fried crispy and crumbled)(divided in half)
- 1 Onion (diced)
- 1 Red Bell Pepper (diced)
- 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 12 Eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 Stick Unsalted Butter (melted)
- 3 Yukon Gold Potatoes (cubed)(parboiled 10 minutes)(or use 3 cups frozen bagged potatoes-do not thaw)
- 2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded)(divided in half)
- Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
- 2 Green Onions (chopped)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Cook the Bacon: Fry 1 lb of bacon until crispy. Once cooked, crumble the bacon and divide it in half. Set aside.
- Sauté Vegetables: In a large skillet, sauté 1 diced onion and 1 diced red bell pepper over medium heat until they are soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Add 3 minced garlic cloves to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, beat 12 eggs and mix in 1 cup of milk and 1 stick of melted unsalted butter. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the sautéed onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the egg mixture. Stir in the parboiled Yukon Gold potatoes (or 3 cups of frozen potatoes if using) until well combined. Mix in half of the crumbled bacon and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the egg and potato mixture into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Bake: Cover with aluminum foil, place the casserole in the oven, and bake for 30 minutes. Remove from oven, remove foil, and sprinkle the remaining bacon and cheese. Return to the oven uncovered and continue to bake for another 20 minutes until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your Ultimate Potato Egg Breakfast Casserole!
Nutrition
Calories: 653kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 364mg | Sodium: 1313mg | Potassium: 753mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1118IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 301mg | Iron: 2mg