Amish Breakfast Casserole is a real meat, potatoes and cheese breakfast casserole recipe even the pickiest of eaters will love! There's something incredibly comforting about starting your day with a hearty, homemade breakfast.
And when it comes to feeding a family or impressing guests during holiday mornings, the Amish Breakfast Casserole stands out as a perfect choice. This delicious medley of meat, eggs, and cheese baked to perfection is the perfect breakfast recipe.
Amish Breakfast Casserole for Your Next Breakfast
If you love cheesy breakfast potatoes packed full of bacon and pork sausage then this is the breakfast casserole recipe for you!
Breakfast casseroles are the unsung heroes of the morning table, offering a mouth-watering solution to feed a crowd without spending hours in the kitchen.
The Amish Breakfast Casserole, with its rich layers of bacon, sausage, and cheese, nestled among fluffy eggs and hash browns, delivers a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate.
It's a recipe where the savory depth of meat marries the creamy, cheesy texture, creating a dish that's as pleasing to the eye as it is to the taste buds.
Breakfast casseroles are perfect for Sunday breakfast or when you are planning a brunch for a special occasion like Mother's Day.
Ham & Egg Casserole, English Muffin Breakfast Casserole and my personal favorite Velveeta Breakfast Casserole are always a big hit with my family.
Amish Breakfast Casserole Ingredients
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This casserole is a canvas of classic breakfast favorites, each bringing its unique taste and texture to the table:
- Bacon & breakfast sausage roll: These meats add a smoky, savory depth that's essential to the casserole's hearty flavor.
- Diced hash brown potatoes: They provide a satisfying crunch and substance, making the dish more filling.
- Seasonings: salt, ground black pepper, and garlic powder: These elevate the overall flavor profile, ensuring every bite is as delicious as the last.
- Large eggs: The backbone of any casserole, eggs bind the ingredients together while adding a fluffy texture.
- Dairy: cottage cheese, sour cream, shredded medium cheddar, shredded Swiss cheese. These contribute to the creamy, gooey texture that makes the casserole irresistibly good.
👇See the step by step directions below!
Prep Work for Perfection
- Begin by cooking the bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Cook the sausage in the same skillet, breaking it into crumbles. Drain well.
- Thaw the hash brown potatoes and preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Step-By-Step Directions to Create a Memorable Breakfast
- Step 1: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, and sour cream. For a smoother texture, blend this mixture in a blender until the cottage cheese lumps are gone.
- Step 2: Add in the cooked meats, 2 cups of cheddar, and all the Swiss cheese, folding gently.
- Step 3: Add the thawed diced potato hash browns to the bowl and fold into the egg and cheese mixture.
- Step 4: Pour into the greased 9 x 13 baking dish, bake for 45 minutes, then top with the remaining cheddar and bake until melted.
- Step 5: Remove the bubbling casserole from the oven and allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.
Optional Add-ins
- Chopped bell peppers
- Sautéed mushrooms
- Diced tomatoes
- Spinach leaves
Adding optional ingredients such as chopped bell peppers, sautéed mushrooms, diced tomatoes, or spinach leaves not only introduces vibrant colors and textures to the casserole but also boosts its nutritional value.
Storing or Freezing Leftovers
Cool completely, then cover or transfer to airtight containers. Refrigerate for up to 3 days. To reheat, cover with foil and bake at 350°F until warmed through.
This casserole once it has been cooked freezes very well. Simply wrap tightly in plastic wrap and then foil before freezing. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.
Freeze portions for up to 2 months, reheating in the oven or microwave until hot.
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📌Handy Tips for the Best Casserole
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting.
- Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
- Customize with your favorite veggies or spices.
- Ensure the potatoes are thoroughly thawed to avoid sogginess.
- Cook meats until crisp for added texture.
- Prepping ingredients the night before can save time in the morning.
A Perfect Breakfast Recipe
Nothing says "good morning" quite like a warm, hearty slice of Amish Breakfast Casserole. Whether it's a lazy Sunday brunch or a special holiday breakfast, this recipe promises to bring smiles and satisfaction to your table.
Dive into the delightful world of breakfast casseroles and make every morning a little more special.
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Amish Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
- 1 lb. Bacon (cook crispy and drained)
- ½ lb breakfast sausage roll (crumbled and cooked until no longer pink)
- 4 cups diced hash brown potatoes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 9 large eggs
- 1 cup small curd cottage cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 3 cups shredded medium cheddar (divided)
- 2 cups shredded Swiss cheese
Instructions
Prep
- Begin by cooking the bacon in a skillet until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Cook the sausage in the same skillet, breaking it into crumbles. Drain well.
- Thaw the hash brown potatoes and preheat your oven to 350°F.
- Grease a 9x13 baking dish.
Assemble the Breakfast Casserole
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, and sour cream. For a smoother texture, blend this mixture in a blender until the cottage cheese lumps are gone.
- Add in the cooked meats, 2 cups of cheddar, and all the Swiss cheese, folding gently.
- Add the thawed diced potato hash browns to the bowl and fold into the egg and cheese mixture.
- Pour into the grease baking dish, bake for 45 minutes,
- Then top with the remaining cheddar and bake until melted.
- Remove the bubbling casserole from the oven and allow to cool slightly before cutting into squares and serving.
- Serve with toast and juice.
Recipe Expert Tips
- Use freshly grated cheese for better melting.
- Let the casserole sit for 10 minutes before serving for easier slicing.
- Customize with your favorite veggies or spices.
- Ensure the potatoes are thoroughly thawed to avoid sogginess.
- Cook meats until crisp for added texture.
- Prepping ingredients the night before can save time in the morning.
Paula
Hi Arlene, your Amish Breakfast casserole sounds fantastic! This is so timely, I was looking up breakfast casserole recipe's just this week. And now I found one. Pinned 📌
Thanks You so much for sharing this recipe with Sweet Tea & Friends Link Up this month.
Joy McDonald
Oooh, this sounds delish! Thanks for joining in on Home Matters Linky Party! I will be featuring your post this week! #HomeMattersParty xx
Estelle Forrest
This sounds fabulous! Thank you for sharing on SSPS, I hope to see you again next week. I will be featuring your recipe.
Kristen Osborne
Oh my, Bacon AND sausage. I think I might make this casserole every day 🙂 Thank you for sharing!