Easy Turkey Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Bake with Cheese
A hearty breakfast casserole that combines seasoned turkey sausage, bell peppers, onions, and hash browns in a creamy custard base topped with melted cheddar cheese. The Bisquick mix creates a self-forming crust as it bakes, making this impossibly easy dish perfect for feeding a crowd at brunch or preparing ahead for busy mornings. The reduced-fat ingredients keep it lighter while maintaining rich, satisfying flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 packages bulk turkey sausage, 12 oz eachregular breakfast sausage1:1
Same cooking method
- 1 medium bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
- 1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
- 3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
- 1 cup shredded reduced-fat Cheddar cheese, 4 ozregular cheddar1:1
More calories and fat
- 1 cup Bisquick Heart Smart mix
- 2 cups 1% milkwhole milk1:1
Richer flavor, more calories
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 4 eggs
Instructions
- 1
Heat oven to 400°F and spray baking dish with cooking spray
- 2
Cook sausage, bell pepper and onion in skillet until sausage is no longer pink then drain
- 3
Combine sausage mixture, frozen potatoes and half the cheese in baking dish
- 4
Whisk together Bisquick mix, milk, salt, pepper and eggs until blended
- 5
Pour egg mixture into baking dish
- 6
Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes until knife inserted in center comes out clean
- 7
Sprinkle with remaining cheese and bake 1 to 2 minutes until cheese melts
- 8
Cool for 5 minutes before serving
Tips
Let the casserole cool for the full 5 minutes to help it set properly for cleaner slicing
You can assemble this the night before and bake in the morning - just add 5-10 extra minutes to baking time
Drain the sausage thoroughly to prevent excess grease from making the bottom soggy
Good to Know
Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in microwave or cover and warm in 350°F oven.
Can be assembled up to 24 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate, then bake as directed adding 5-10 minutes to cooking time.
Cut into squares and serve hot. Great with fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Common Mistakes
Don't skip draining the sausage or excess grease will make the bottom soggy
Let cool the full 5 minutes to avoid a runny texture when slicing
Substitutions
Same cooking method
More calories and fat
FAQ
Can I use fresh hash browns instead of frozen?
Yes, but cook them partially first since fresh potatoes take longer to cook through than frozen ones that are pre-cooked.
How long will this keep in the refrigerator?
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or warm covered in the oven.
Can I freeze this breakfast bake?
Yes, wrap cooled portions tightly and freeze up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in refrigerator before reheating.