If you hopped over from our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community, welcome to my kitchen! Today I’m sharing my tested, no-fail recipe for Cook This Breakfast For A Crowd The EASY Way With for Meal Prep—complete with ingredient swaps, visual step-by-step cues across 4 pages, and a printable recipe card below.
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1. Why This Recipe Works Every Time
In my test kitchen, I’ve made this breakfast casserole more times than I can count, and it never fails to save the day. Whether it’s a holiday morning or a busy weekday, this dish brings everyone together with its golden, cheesy top and tender, savory filling.
What I love most is how forgiving it is—you can swap ingredients, add veggies, or use leftover meats, and it still turns out perfect. It’s the kind of recipe that feels like a warm hug, and my family requests it every single weekend.
👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Test Kitchen Highlights (Page 1 of 4)
- Foolproof Ratios: Triple-tested with everyday supermarket ingredients so it works on your very first try.
- Balanced Flavor: Layered aromatics and proper pan temperature create rich, homemade depth without complicated steps.
- Save for Later: Tap 📌 Pin Recipe to save this dish to your dinner or baking board.
Tap Next Page (Page 2) below for my Key Ingredients & Easy Substitutions, or scroll down to check off the full Recipe Card!
Cook This Breakfast For A Crowd The EASY Way With for Meal Prep
This breakfast casserole layers fluffy eggs, crispy hash browns, melted cheese, and savory sausage in one easy pan—perfect for feeding a crowd without fuss. It's hearty, comforting, and comes together in minutes, making it a favorite for lazy mornings and meal prep.
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🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook sausage until browned, breaking it up. Add onion and bell pepper; cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Stir in hash browns, cooked sausage mixture, and 1 1/2 cups cheese.
- Pour mixture into prepared dish and top with remaining 1/2 cup cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, until set and golden on top. Let rest 5 minutes, then sprinkle with parsley and serve.
👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage
For a make-ahead option, assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate—then bake in the morning, adding 10 minutes to the cook time. Leftovers keep in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months; reheat in the oven or microwave.
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