Amish Breakfast Casserole Hashbrowns (Printable Version)

Comforting mix of hash browns, sausage, eggs, and cheese baked to golden perfection for a hearty start.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound breakfast sausage, casings removed

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, finely chopped
03 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
04 - 3 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed

→ Dairy

05 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
06 - 1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
07 - 1.5 cups whole milk
08 - 8 large eggs

→ Spices & Seasonings

09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
11 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 0.25 teaspoon paprika
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the sausage, breaking it into small pieces with a spoon, until browned and cooked through, approximately 6–8 minutes. Transfer to a plate and drain excess fat from skillet.
03 - Add chopped onion and diced red bell pepper to the same skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened. Remove from heat and combine with cooked sausage.
04 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika until well combined.
05 - Add hash browns, sausage mixture, cheddar cheese, and Swiss cheese to the egg mixture. Stir until evenly distributed throughout.
06 - Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly with a spatula.
07 - Bake for 40–45 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
08 - Remove from oven and let rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for feeding a crowd—8 generous servings in one dish
  • Easy to assemble and requires minimal hands-on time
  • Packed with protein and satisfying flavors to fuel your morning
  • Great for meal prep—make it ahead and bake when ready
  • Customizable with your favorite cheeses and add-ins
02 -
  • Press moisture out of thawed hash browns with paper towels for a crispier texture
  • Use freshly shredded cheese instead of pre-shredded for better melting
  • Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes after baking—it sets up beautifully and slices cleanly
  • Double the recipe and freeze half for an easy breakfast down the road
  • Customize with your favorite breakfast meats or vegetables
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