Description
This hearty Bisquick Breakfast Casserole combines savory turkey sausage, tender hash browns, and melted cheddar cheese into a quick and easy baked dish perfect for a crowd. With a simple egg and Bisquick batter binding all the ingredients, it’s a warm, satisfying breakfast or brunch option that cooks up beautifully in the oven in under an hour.
Ingredients
Meat
- 1 pound turkey sausage
Vegetables
- 1 ½ cups frozen onion and pepper mix
- 2 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes
Dairy & Eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (divided into 1 ½ cups and ½ cup)
- 4 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ⅓ cups homemade Bisquick mix
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Others
- 2-3 dashes hot sauce
- Nonstick cooking spray for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare the baking dish: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Spray a 9×13-inch casserole dish with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking and set it aside.
- Cook the sausage: In a skillet over medium-high heat, cook the turkey sausage until it is browned and no longer pink throughout. Drain any excess fat from the skillet, then transfer the cooked sausage to the prepared casserole dish.
- Add vegetables and cheese: Mix in the frozen onion and pepper mix, frozen shredded hash brown potatoes, and 1 ½ cups of shredded cheddar cheese to the sausage in the casserole dish. Stir well to evenly combine these ingredients.
- Mix the egg batter: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and homemade Bisquick mix until smooth and well combined. Gradually whisk in the milk, sea salt, black pepper, and 2-3 dashes of hot sauce until the mixture is uniform and smooth.
- Combine and layer: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and vegetable mixture in the casserole dish. Use a spatula to gently nestle the sausage mixture down into the egg mixture to ensure everything is well incorporated. Then, sprinkle the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
- Bake the casserole: Place the casserole dish in the preheated oven and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the casserole is evenly puffed and the center is fully set when gently pressed. Once done, remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving warm.
Notes
- You can substitute turkey sausage with pork sausage or a vegetarian sausage alternative if desired.
- Homemade Bisquick mix typically consists of flour, baking powder, salt, and shortening—ensure your mix is fresh for best results.
- Feel free to add extra vegetables like mushrooms or spinach for more nutrition.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to suit your preferred spice level.
- The casserole can be prepared a day ahead and refrigerated; bake directly from the refrigerator by adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.
- Serve with a side of fresh fruit or toast for a complete breakfast.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
