Broccoli Cheese Breakfast Casserole

Make a broccoli cheese breakfast casserole to feed a crowd. It's filled with broccoli, cheddar cheese, eggs, and shredded hash browns and baked in the oven until golden brown.

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1

Servings servings

Author Heather

Ingredients

30 ounces frozen shredded hash browns thawed
1 large crown of broccoli chopped into small florets
8 ounces shredded sharp cheddar cheese
8 large eggs
8 ounces heavy cream
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon pepper
chopped fresh chives optional, as a garnish

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉. Lightly grease a 9x13 casserole dish.
Add thawed hash browns, broccoli florets, and cheese to the casserole dish and toss to combine. Set aside.
Crack eggs into a large bowl. Add heavy cream, salt, onion powder, pepper, and paprika. Whisk to combine.
Pour egg mixture over hash browns and toss to incorporate. Then use a spatula to spread ingredients into an even layer.
Bake, uncovered, for about 50-60 minutes, or until eggs are set in the center and edges are golden brown.
Optionally, garnish with chives before serving.

Notes

Casserole not set in the center?: Your casserole needs more time in the oven if it looks wet or mushy in the center. Bake until casserole feels set when gently pressed in the center, like cooked eggs in a quiche.
To make ahead: Prepare your casserole per the instructions but before baking, cover and refrigerate overnight. While your oven preheats in the morning, place the casserole on the counter top to warm up. Bake as directed above.
To freeze leftovers: Allow leftovers to cool completely to room temperature. Slice into individual squares, wrap tightly, and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. Thaw squares overnight in the refrigerator, then reheat in the microwave or in the oven for about 15-20 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
To freeze casserole whole: Prepare in a freezer-safe container and wrap tightly. Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw casserole in the refrigerator overnight, then set on the counter top to warm up while your oven preheats. Bake as directed in the recipe card above.
Optional additions: Add cooked and crumbled sausage, diced onion, bell pepper, or sliced mushrooms for extra flavor and heft.

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