Bacon Breakfast Casserole

Name: Bacon Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 4 h
Total time: 4 h 30 min
Yield: 12 servings
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.

Originally published as Sunrise Breakfast Casserole in Simple & Delicious June/July 2019

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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