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Potatoes O'Brien Breakfast Casserole

A hearty breakfast casserole featuring crispy hash browns, vibrant bell peppers, and fluffy eggs, perfect for family gatherings or lazy brunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups frozen diced hash brown potatoes
  • 1 cup bell peppers (red, green, yellow), diced Sauté until tender
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Cooking spray or butter for greasing the dish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
  3. Spread the frozen hash browns evenly across the bottom of the dish.
  4. In a skillet, sauté the diced bell peppers until they are tender, about 5 minutes.
  5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the egg mixture over the hash browns.
  7. Evenly distribute the sautéed peppers and shredded cheese on top.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden.
  2. Allow to cool slightly, then slice and serve.

Notes

This casserole is best enjoyed warm. You can serve it on its own or with fresh fruit or crispy bacon. Garnish with fresh herbs like chives or parsley for added flavor.