Crack Breakfast Casserole (Print-Friendly Recipe)

Hearty breakfast bake featuring sausage, bacon, and cheddar cheese with creamy egg base for a satisfying start.

# Ingredients List:

→ Meats

01 - 1 pound pork sausage
02 - 1 pound bacon, chopped

→ Dairy

03 - 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
04 - ½ cup sour cream
05 - 1 cup whole milk
06 - 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

→ Produce

07 - 1 (30-ounce) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and drained

→ Spices and Seasonings

08 - 1 (1-ounce) packet dry ranch seasoning mix
09 - ½ teaspoon onion powder
10 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
11 - ½ teaspoon salt
12 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Eggs

13 - 8 large eggs

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the sausage and chopped bacon until browned and fully cooked. Drain excess fat and set aside.
02 - In a large bowl, blend the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. Add milk, eggs, ranch seasoning, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until thoroughly combined.
03 - Stir the cooked meats, thawed hash browns, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese into the egg mixture until evenly incorporated.
04 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish. Pour the mixture into the dish and spread evenly. Top with remaining 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
05 - Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 50 to 60 minutes.
06 - Remove the foil and bake for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
07 - Allow the casserole to rest for a few minutes before slicing. Serve warm.

# Extra Information:

01 - Can be prepared the night before and refrigerated before baking. Adding vegetables like bell peppers or spinach can enhance nutrition. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated.