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Author: Ann Styles

Prep time: 20 mins | Cook time: 45 mins | Total: 1 hour 5 mins | Serves: 6

This Sweet Potato Hashbrown Casserole is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. You can use regular potatoes instead of sweet potatoes. Shred potatoes and place in cold water to prevent browning, then squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth. This step helps prevent the casserole from becoming soggy if using regular potatoes.

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 7×11-inch casserole dish with oil or butter.
2. Heat a large cast iron or skillet over medium-high heat. Render bacon until crispy or sauté mushrooms with oil until soft, about 5 mins. Transfer to casserole.
3. Using the same pan with rendered fat (add a bit of oil if needed), fry potatoes for 2-3 mins, stirring once or twice to crisp the edges. Cover with a lid and cook for about 8-10 mins, stirring occasionally, until fork-tender. Transfer to casserole.
4. In the same pan, fry the sausage until cooked through. Transfer to casserole.
5. Add onions, red and green bell peppers in the same pan and cook over low heat for about 10 mins until soft and onions are caramelized. Add garlic and cook for 1 min. Add spinach and cook until it begins to wilt. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to casserole and add the halved tomatoes. Mix all ingredients together in the dish, add salt and pepper to taste.
6. In a large bowl, whisk the eggs with milk and ⅓ cup Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the prepared casserole. Top with shredded mozzarella.
7. Bake uncovered for 40-45 minutes, until golden and crisp around the edges. Allow to cool slightly before slicing into 6 portions.

Notes

• Serve with hollandaise sauce, sliced avocado, and extra bacon for a complete brunch. The casserole can be made ahead, and leftovers store well in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• You can easily double this recipe and use a 9×13-inch baking dish if you’re serving a crowd or want leftovers for the week. Perfect for meal prep or weekend brunch with family and friends!