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Savory Breakfast Potato Casserole with Cheesy Eggs

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A golden, crispy, cheesy breakfast casserole combining roasted potatoes and creamy cheesy eggs, perfect for easy and comforting weekend mornings.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups diced potatoes (Russet or Yukon Gold)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
  • ½ cup whole milk or half and half
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives or green onions
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian seasoning (optional)
  • Cooked bacon or sausage crumbles (optional)
  • Hot sauce or salsa, for serving

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13-inch casserole dish with butter or non-stick spray.
  2. Dice potatoes into roughly ½-inch cubes. Toss with melted butter, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread potatoes evenly in the casserole dish. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes until golden and crisp around edges.
  4. While potatoes bake, whisk together eggs, milk, cheddar, mozzarella, chives, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  5. Remove potatoes from oven. If using, sprinkle cooked bacon or sausage crumbles evenly over potatoes.
  6. Pour the cheesy egg mixture over the potatoes and meat. Gently spread to distribute evenly without stirring.
  7. Return casserole to oven and bake uncovered for another 20-25 minutes until eggs are set and top is golden and slightly puffed.
  8. Check doneness by gently shaking the dish; eggs should be firm but not dry.
  9. Let casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
  10. Serve warm with hot sauce or salsa on the side.

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for fluffier texture. Pre-roast potatoes to avoid sogginess. Cover with foil if top browns too quickly. Let casserole rest before slicing for cleaner cuts. Can be made dairy-free with plant-based milk and vegan cheese. Freezes well up to 2 months.

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