Description
Need an easy breakfast idea that feeds a crowd and tastes amazing every time? This Farmer’s Casserole is a classic comfort dish made with crispy hash browns, savory ham, fluffy eggs, and melted cheddar cheese baked together into one hearty casserole. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast, weekend brunch, easy dinner, or meal prep breakfast ideas. The ingredients come together quickly, and you can even assemble it the night before for a stress-free morning. Whether you’re hosting brunch or looking for comforting food ideas for family meals, this simple casserole delivers big flavor with very little effort.
Ingredients
3 cups frozen hash browns
1 1/2 cups diced ham
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onions
6 large eggs
1 can (12 oz) evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon butter or cooking spray for greasing dish
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
2. Spread the frozen hash browns evenly across the bottom of the dish.
3. Sprinkle diced ham over the potatoes followed by green onions and shredded cheddar cheese.
4. In a large bowl whisk together eggs evaporated milk salt and pepper until smooth.
5. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
6. Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
7. Let the casserole rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate overnight for an easy breakfast bake.
Swap ham with cooked bacon sausage or extra vegetables for different flavor variations.
For a crispier cheesy top sprinkle extra cheese during the final 10 minutes of baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 720 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 175 mg