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bacon potato breakfast casserole

Irresistible Bacon Potato Breakfast Casserole for Busy Mornings

This bacon potato breakfast casserole is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for busy mornings, featuring crispy bacon, tender potatoes, and fluffy eggs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 5 large eggs acts as the binder
  • 4 cups potatoes cubed, fresh
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil for roasting potatoes
  • 2 teaspoons salt for seasoning
  • 8 ounces streaky bacon or ham/cooked sausage
  • 1 medium onion diced finely
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 cup cheddar cheese half mixed in, half for topping
  • 1 cup milk or non-dairy alternative
  • 1/2 cup heavy/whipping cream for richness
  • 1 teaspoon pepper season to preference
Optional Ingredients
  • 1 cup vegetables sautéed bell peppers or spinach
  • 1 cup different cheeses such as mozzarella or pepper jack

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Casserole dish
  • baking sheet
  • Oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
  2. Peel and cube your fresh potatoes, toss with olive oil and salt. Roast on a baking sheet for 30 minutes.
  3. Cook the bacon and onions in a skillet until bacon is crispy, then add garlic for 1 minute.
  4. In a casserole dish, combine the roasted potatoes, bacon, onions, and half cheddar cheese.
  5. Whisk together eggs, milk, cream, remaining salt and pepper, then pour over the mixture.
  6. Add the remaining cheddar cheese on top and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 18gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Perfect for gatherings and customizable with various proteins or vegetables. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 3-4 days.

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