Bacon Breakfast Casserole

Name: Bacon Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Comfort Food Breakfast Recipes, Comfort Food Recipes
Ingredients: 1 pound bacon strips, chopped; 1 package (28 ounces) frozen O'Brien potatoes, thawed; 3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend; 12 large eggs; 1 cup 2% milk; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; Minced fresh parsley, optional

This easy breakfast dish allows me to make a comforting family favorite that doesn't take a lot of prep. It's also great for big brunch gatherings. —Paula Lawson, Springfield, Ohio

Ingredients

1 pound bacon strips, chopped
1 package (28 ounces) frozen O'Brien potatoes, thawed
3 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend
12 large eggs
1 cup 2% milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Directions

In a large skillet, cook bacon in batches over medium heat until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain.
In a greased 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, layer a third of each of the following: potatoes, reserved bacon and cheese. Repeat layers twice. In a large bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt and pepper; pour over top. Cook, covered, on low until eggs are set, 4-5 hours. Turn off slow cooker. Remove crock insert to a wire rack; let stand, uncovered, 30 minutes before serving. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Test Kitchen tips

Letting this dish stand before serving helps prevent liquid from "weeping" out.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 306 calories, 19g fat (8g saturated fat), 226mg cholesterol, 606mg sodium, 13g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 18g protein.

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Orbs

Jan 24, 2020

I cut the recipe in thirds for the two of us and replaced the bacon with Morning Star Veggie Breakfast bacon strips. Thank you, Paula, for sharing this delicious recipe.
ChicagoBorn57

Dec 13, 2019

So, I have to get up at 4am to start a crockpot? Why? I'd rather prepare a casserole that bakes in 30-60 minutes for breakfast.
K

Aug 9, 2019

A basic and decent casserole, but the potatoes, while thawed, just means you have white potato bits with not much flavor. Instead, after you fry and crisp the bacon, add your thawed potatoes to that pan and crisp and brown the potatoes, as well -- and season with salt and pepper while you're at it. Then add the browned potatoes and bacon to the casserole. More flavor and a nice browned color the potato pieces, which remain soft because they are now baked in the casserole custard base.
rena 55

Jun 23, 2019

Delicious breakfast casserole that combines all the good things to start your day. Simple and easy to put together, let the slow cooker do the work and enjoy! Will add this to our breakfast/brunch rotation!
Anonymous

Jun 18, 2019

Very good recipe
Rashmi

Jun 4, 2019

nice