Sausage Egg Cream Cheese Dish (Printer-Friendly)
Hearty bake with sausage, eggs, cream cheese, hash browns, and cheddar for a warm savory start.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Meat
01 -
1 pound breakfast sausage
→ Vegetables
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2 green onions, chopped
→ Dairy
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8 ounces cream cheese, softened
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1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
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1/2 cup milk
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8 large eggs
→ Frozen Items
07 -
30 ounces frozen shredded hash browns
→ Spices
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon onion powder
# Steps to Follow:
01 -
Cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spatula until fully browned but not crispy. Drain excess fat.
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In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, softened cream cheese, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until smooth and lump-free.
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Add cooked sausage, frozen hash browns, and shredded cheddar to the egg mixture. Stir gently until evenly incorporated without overmixing.
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Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish thoroughly. Pour the mixture in and smooth the surface with a spatula.
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Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 40 to 45 minutes until the center is firm and the top is golden brown.
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Let the bake cool for 5 minutes to firm up before slicing. Sprinkle chopped green onions on top and serve warm.
# Helpful Hints:
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Soften cream cheese before mixing to prevent lumps and ensure a smooth custard texture.
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Allow the dish to rest before slicing to maintain structure and clean portions.
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Toast hash browns briefly before adding to reduce moisture and improve texture.