Crack Breakfast Casserole: The Ultimate Comfort Breakfast You’ll Make Again and Again
Crack Breakfast Casserole is a rich, comforting dish made with crispy hash browns, savory sausage and bacon, creamy cheese, and fluffy eggs. It’s easy to prepare, very filling, and perfect for family breakfasts, brunch, or even breakfast-for-dinner.
Ingredients
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1 pound (450 g) pork sausage
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1 pound (450 g) bacon, chopped
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4 ounces (113 g) cream cheese, softened
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½ cup (120 g) sour cream
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1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
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8 large eggs
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2 cups (200 g) shredded cheddar cheese, divided
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1 (30-ounce / 850 g) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and well drained
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1 (1-ounce / 28 g) packet dry ranch seasoning mix
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
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In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage and chopped bacon together until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add the milk, eggs, ranch seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
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Stir in the cooked sausage and bacon, hash browns, and 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese. Mix until evenly combined.
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch (23×33 cm) baking dish. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread evenly.
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Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
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Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 50–60 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for 8–10 more minutes, until the cheese is bubbly and lightly golden.
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Let rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.
Notes
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Make ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Bake fresh in the morning.
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Extra veggies: Add diced bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, or spinach for more flavor and color.
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Spice it up: Use spicy sausage or add a pinch of red pepper flakes.
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Crispier top: Broil for 1–2 minutes at the end, watching closely.