Description

This Farmer’s Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for a fulfilling morning meal or brunch. Loaded with a savory combination of frozen potatoes with onions and peppers, sharp cheddar cheese, diced ham, crispy bacon, and green onions, all bound together with a flavorful egg and evaporated milk mixture. Baked to golden perfection, this casserole is easy to prepare ahead for an overnight bake or perfect for a quick bake on the same day.

Ingredients

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Potato and Meat Mixture

28 oz bag frozen potatoes with onions and peppers
1.5 cup cooked ham, diced
6 slices bacon, cooked and diced
1/4 cup finely sliced green onions
2 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese

Egg Mixture

9 large eggs, beaten
2 (12 oz) cans evaporated milk
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

Preheat and prepare the dish: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Lightly spray a 13×9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Layer the ingredients: Evenly spread the frozen potatoes with onions and peppers across the bottom of the prepared baking dish. Next, sprinkle the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, diced cooked ham, diced cooked bacon, and finely sliced green onions evenly over the potatoes.
Mix the egg custard: In a medium bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, evaporated milk, garlic powder, ground black pepper, and salt until fully combined and smooth.
Combine and bake: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered potato and meat mixture in the baking dish. Bake immediately at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Rest before serving: Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes after baking to set and cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Overnight bake option: Alternatively, you can prepare the casserole the night before by assembling it as described and covering it tightly. Refrigerate overnight and bake the next day at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour until cooked through.

Notes

You can customize the meat by substituting ham and bacon with sausage or turkey bacon.
For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeño peppers or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the egg mixture.
Make sure to thaw the frozen potatoes slightly for even cooking if desired, although it’s not required.
This casserole can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
Use a sharp cheddar for the best flavor, but feel free to try other cheeses like Monterey Jack or Colby.