Quick Christmas Morning Hash (Printable)

A festive, hearty bake with crispy hash browns, eggs, cheese, and savory sausage to brighten morning meals.

# Ingredient list:

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01 - 1 (24 oz) bag frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
02 - 1 lb breakfast sausage (pork or turkey), casing removed
03 - 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
04 - ½ cup diced red bell pepper
05 - ½ cup diced green onions
06 - 1 cup whole milk
07 - 6 large eggs
08 - 1 tsp salt
09 - ½ tsp black pepper
10 - ½ tsp garlic powder
11 - ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)
12 - 2 tbsp olive oil or melted butter

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with olive oil or melted butter.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, cook breakfast sausage until browned and crumbled, 5–7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
03 - In a large bowl, mix thawed hash browns, cooked sausage, diced red bell pepper, green onions, and 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese.
04 - Whisk together eggs, whole milk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika until fully blended.
05 - Pour egg mixture over hash brown mixture and stir until evenly coated.
06 - Spread mixture evenly in prepared baking dish. Top with remaining ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese. Bake 35–40 minutes until center is set and top is golden brown.
07 - Let cool for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines crispy hash browns and savory sausage for a satisfying texture.
  • Simple preparation with minimal hands-on time.
  • Melty cheddar cheese adds creamy richness.
  • Flexible and easy to customize with your favorite veggies or spices.
  • Perfect for holiday mornings or any special brunch occasion.
02 -
  • Use olive oil or butter generously to prevent sticking and add flavor.
  • Drain excess sausage fat to avoid a greasy bake.
  • Whisk the egg mixture thoroughly for uniform texture.
  • Optional smoked paprika lends a subtle smoky depth—feel free to omit or adjust.
  • Allow the bake to cool slightly before slicing to maintain shape.
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