Your favorite breakfast staples all baked together in a simple and delicious casserole.

Satisfy your sweet tooth with this easy-to-make recipe for Awesome Bacon and Potato Egg Casserole.

1. Info for Awesome Bacon and Potato Egg Casserole

  • Cook Time: 1 Hr 0 Min
  • Total Time: 1 Hr 0 Min
  • Servings: 11
  • Calories: 350.97 kcal

2. Ingredients for Awesome Bacon and Potato Egg Casserole

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 8 strips bacon
  • 1 (16oz.) bag frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 12 eggs
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. black pepper
  • 6oz. (1 1/2 cups) shredded cheddar cheese

3. Directions:

  1. Preheat the oven to 350° F.
  2. Spray a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Set aside.
  3. Place two sheets of paper towels on a large plate. Set aside.
  4. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bacon and fry until brown and crisp, flipping once, 6-8 minutes.
  5. Transfer the bacon to the paper-towel-lined plate. Do not discard the bacon fat.
  6. Return the skillet to the heat and add the thawed hash brown potatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally with a rubber spatula, until slightly golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
  7. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Using clean hands, crumble the bacon into small pieces and add to the egg mixture. Add the potatoes and shredded cheese. Fold with a rubber spatula to evenly distribute.
  9. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  10. Bake the casserole on middle rack of oven until top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 40-45 minutes.
  11. Check to see that casserole is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
  12. Allow casserole to cool for at least 10 minutes before serving. Cut the casserole into squares, or simply spoon onto plates.

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4. Serving Suggestions and Variations

This hearty casserole pairs beautifully with fresh fruit, buttered toast, or a simple green salad for a complete brunch spread. For added flavor, try mixing in diced bell peppers, onions, or jalapeños with the potatoes. You can easily customize this recipe by substituting the cheddar cheese with Swiss, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack for different flavor profiles. Leftover casserole keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheats perfectly in the microwave. For make-ahead convenience, assemble the entire casserole the night before, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight before baking in the morning.