Breakfast Casserole

Start your morning right with Kountry Boys Thick-Cut Bacon , crispy hash browns and fluffy eggs in this easy, make-ahead

Difficulty: Easy

Prep: 10 minutes

Cook: 60 minutes

Total: 70 minutes

Serves: 8

Ingredients

1 16-oz. package of frozen shredded hash browns, thawed 

1 ¼ cups finely shredded Cheddar-Jack cheese, divided

6 large eggs 

½ cup whole milk

1 tablespoon garlic powder 

1/4 teaspoon salt 

1/4 teaspoon ground pepper 

4 slices of Kountry Boys Thick-Cut Bacon , cooked and crumbled 

Method

Place thawed hash browns on paper towels. Squeeze until most of the moisture has been released. Add the hash browns to a medium bowl; add 1/2 cup cheese and toss to combine. Lightly coat a 9-inch pie pan with cooking spray. Press the hash brown mixture into the bottom and up the sides of the pan, making sure there are no holes.

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Bake until the crust is starting to turn golden brown around the edges, about 20 mins. Let cool on a wire rack, about 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F. 

While the crust is baking, whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl until well blended. Stir in bacon and the remaining 3/4 cup cheese. Pour the mixture into the warm crust. Bake until the egg mixture is set and the top is light golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes, then slice and serve!

Description

There’s nothing quite like waking up to the smell of coffee brewing and Kountry Boys Original Bacon sizzling on the stove. Around here, that’s how the best mornings start — simple, hearty, and full of flavor. And when that same smoky, savory bacon ends up baked into a warm, golden casserole? Well, that’s the kind of breakfast that gets folks gathered around the table real fast.

This Breakfast Casserole brings together all the best parts of a Texas morning: crispy hash browns, fluffy eggs, melted cheese, and the unmistakable taste of Kountry Boys Original Bacon. It’s the kind of dish that fits any occasion — from Sunday brunch with family to a quick weekday bite before heading out the door. Make it fresh, or prep it the night before and reheat it when you’re ready. Either way, you’ll have a meal that feels like home.

There’s no fancy technique needed, no long list of ingredients. Just good, honest food that sticks to your ribs and keeps you coming back for more.

Filling ’Em Up Texas-Style

Every great breakfast starts with the basics done right — and this one starts with hash browns. To get that perfect crispy crust, squeeze out as much moisture as you can before baking. Use a few paper towels and press until the potatoes feel mostly dry. That’s how you get that golden-brown edge that’ll hold up under all those creamy eggs and melted cheese.

Toss the hash browns with a little shredded cheese for flavor, then press the mixture into your baking dish. Give the dish a quick spray of cooking oil to keep things from sticking, and make sure to press the potatoes up the sides so you’ve got a sturdy crust. Pop it in a hot 425°F oven and bake until the edges turn golden and crisp. The smell of toasty potatoes will fill your kitchen and probably draw a few folks in to see what’s cooking.

While that’s baking, it’s time to make the filling. Crack those eggs into a bowl and whisk with milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth and creamy. Then comes the best part — crumbled pieces of Kountry Boys Original Bacon. The smoky aroma and crispy texture of that bacon give this casserole its signature flavor. Stir in the bacon and the rest of your cheese, pour the mix into your warm hash brown crust, and slide it all back into the oven.

Bake at 375°F until the top turns light golden and the eggs are set. You’ll know it’s ready when it starts puffing up around the edges and your kitchen smells like a classic Texas diner.

Pro tip: this casserole reheats beautifully. If you’ve got a busy week ahead, bake it on Sunday, let it cool, and keep it in the fridge. In the morning, just cut a square, pop it in the microwave or oven, and breakfast is served.

Serving It Up Right

Once it’s out of the oven, let the casserole cool for about five minutes before slicing. That short rest keeps the eggs fluffy and helps you get clean, neat portions. Serve each slice warm, with a side of fresh fruit or buttered toast if you’re feeling fancy.

You can also make it your own. Want a little heat? Toss in some diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne. Craving more cheese? Go ahead and double it up. Or, if you’re feeding a big crew, serve it alongside biscuits, gravy, and even more Kountry Boys Original Bacon for good measure.

This is the kind of meal that feels like a weekend treat even when it’s a weekday. It’s hearty, comforting, and full of flavor that could only come from Texas kitchens — and from bacon that’s been made the right way, the Kountry Boys way.

So whether you’re cooking for family, friends, or just yourself, this breakfast casserole is sure to hit the spot. One bite, and you’ll see why it’s a staple worth keeping in your rotation.

 

Looking for more ways to load up your plate? Try other favorites like our Cheesy Bacon Ranch Chicken Sliders or our Pierogi Casserole.