Description
An easy and hearty overnight breakfast casserole bursting with flavors! This recipe is perfect for busy mornings or a weekend brunch. With layers of crispy bacon, sautéed vegetables, melty cheese, and tender hashbrowns, this is a dish that everyone will love. Simply prep the night before and wake up to a warm, comforting casserole ready to be served.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 6–8 strips bacon
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and minced
- 1 (2-pound) bag frozen hashbrowns
- 1 1/2 cups cheese, shredded (use a cheese of your preference)
- 12 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- Green onion (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Bacon
Spray your crock pot with nonstick cooking spray for easy cleanup later. Cook the bacon in a skillet until crisp, then chop it into bite-sized pieces and set aside. - Sauté the Vegetables
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic for about five minutes until softened and fragrant. - Layer the Ingredients
Start by spreading one-third of the frozen hashbrowns at the bottom of the crock pot. Then, layer on one-third of the cooked bacon, onion, green bell pepper mixture, and shredded cheese. Repeat these layers two more times, finishing with a layer of cheese on top. - Prepare the Egg Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until fully combined. - Cook the Casserole
Slowly pour the egg mixture over the layered ingredients in the crock pot. Cover and cook on low for 8–10 hours, or until the internal temperature reads 160°F (as measured with a thermometer). - Serve and Garnish
Once done, serve warm with a sprinkle of chopped green onions on top for a fresh pop of color and flavor.
Notes
- You can customize this with other mix-ins like diced ham, sausage, or extra vegetables.
- For an extra cheesy casserole, increase the shredded cheese to 2 cups.
- This dish reheats well, making it ideal for leftovers.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 220mg
