Description
A hearty and delicious Bisquick Breakfast Casserole featuring savory turkey sausage, colorful bell peppers, and tender hash browns baked to perfection with melted cheddar cheese. Perfect for a family brunch or a make-ahead breakfast option that serves eight.
Ingredients
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 pound turkey breakfast sausage (or chicken sausage)
- 1 medium bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange, diced)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 ½ cups frozen shredded hash browns
Dairy and Baking Mix
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided)
- 1 ½ cups Bisquick baking mix
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups whole milk
Seasonings
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt (to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Dish: Preheat your oven to 400˚F (200°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch (33x22 cm) baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Cook Sausage and Vegetables: Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey sausage, diced bell pepper, and diced onion. Cook, breaking the meat apart with a wooden spoon, until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Mix Batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the Bisquick baking mix, eggs, whole milk, and ground black pepper until smooth. Stir in the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and the frozen hash browns. Season with salt to taste. Mix thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble Casserole: Transfer the prepared mixture to the greased baking dish, spreading evenly. Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes, or until the center is set and no longer jiggly. For best results, use a food thermometer to check that the center reaches 160°F (71°C). Remove from oven and let cool slightly before serving.
- Serve: Cut into portions and serve the casserole warm as a filling breakfast or brunch meal.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage with chicken sausage or pork sausage depending on preference.
- If fresh hash browns are unavailable, frozen shredded potatoes work well and save prep time.
- Adjust seasoning by adding herbs like parsley or chives for extra flavor.
- This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked in the morning for a convenient breakfast.
- For a lower-fat option, use low-fat milk and reduced-fat cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
