Kickstart your morning with this Hearty Breakfast Casserole featuring a delicious combination of bacon, beef, and hearty vegetables. This casserole is perfect for feeding a crowd, making it an ideal choice for weekend brunches, holiday breakfasts, or any day you want to start off with a satisfying and protein-packed meal. Easy to prepare and even easier to enjoy, this dish brings together classic breakfast flavors in every bite.
Ingredients:
- 6 slices of bacon, chopped
- 1/2 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 2 cups shredded hash browns
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 10 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- In a large skillet, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the bacon grease in the skillet.
- In the same skillet, add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it into crumbles. Remove from heat and drain any excess fat.
- Add the finely chopped onion and diced red bell pepper to the skillet with the cooked beef. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Layer the shredded hash browns in the greased baking dish. Sprinkle the cooked bacon and beef mixture over the hash browns.
- Pour the egg mixture over the layers in the baking dish, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Top with shredded cheddar cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired.
Serve this Hearty Breakfast Casserole with Bacon and Beef alongside fresh fruit or a simple green salad for a complete and nourishing meal. Enjoy the delicious combination of savory bacon, beef, and creamy eggs in every bite!