Description
This Overnight Slow Cooker Breakfast Casserole is a perfect make-ahead meal for busy mornings, featuring hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. frozen hash brown potatoes, diced or shredded
- 1 cup onion, diced small
- 1 ½ cups bell pepper, diced small (any color or a mix)
- 1 lb. turkey sausage, cooked and crumbled (hot or mild)
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 12 large eggs
- ¾ cup milk of choice
- 11/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- ½1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- ¼1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Crockpot: Start off by greasing your slow cooker with a non-stick spray. Make sure every nook and cranny is covered so it is easy to lift out the breakfast casserole later.
- Layer the Hash Browns: Add a generous layer of hash browns at the bottom of your slow cooker. They should cover the base evenly, creating a nice foundation for your casserole.
- Add the Sausage: Sprinkle in your cooked turkey sausage over the hash browns. Ensure the sausage is well-cooked and crumbled for even distribution.
- Mix the Eggs: In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs with a splash of your chosen milk and the seasonings until you achieve a light scramble look.
- Layer in Vegetables: Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and sprinkle in the bell peppers or other vegetables you like.
- Top with Cheese: Sprinkle your shredded cheddar cheese generously over the top of the mixture.
- Set the Cooker: Cover your slow cooker with its lid and set it on low to cook overnight for approximately 8 to 9 hours.
- Serve and Enjoy: Once fully cooked, serve it warm after letting it cool a bit to hold together better. Enjoy it with a sprinkle of fresh herbs or a dollop of salsa.
Notes
- Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Expert Tips: Chop vegetables and cook sausage earlier in the day for convenience.
- Layer ingredients in the crock pot in the correct order for even cooking and texture.
- Reheating Instructions: Reheat in the microwave at 350 degrees F for about 5-10 minutes until warmed through.
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with fresh fruit salad for brightness or pair with a refreshing mimosa or brunch cocktail. Consider adding a side of crispy bacon for extra heartiness.
- Recipe Variations: You can use sweet potatoes instead of regular hash browns for a twist or incorporate spinach or kale for added greens. Replace cheddar with feta for a Mediterranean flair.
- Ingredient Notes: Ensure the turkey sausage is well-cooked. You can substitute it with pork sausage, diced ham, or cooked, crumbled bacon if desired. For the cheese, you can use Monterey Jack or Pepper Jack cheese instead of cheddar.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 453
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1063mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 288mg