Description
This Cheesy Potato Breakfast Casserole is the perfect dish for any gathering, combining creamy cheese, hearty potatoes, and savory turkey bacon in a comforting bake that everyone will love. Ideal for busy mornings or special brunch occasions, it can be assembled ahead of time and baked fresh when needed. The layers of flavor and texture create a satisfying meal that will have your guests asking for seconds. Serve it alongside a fresh garden salad or avocado slices to complete the experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil
- 250 g turkey bacon (chopped)
- 1 onion (finely chopped)
- 2 garlic cloves (crushed)
- 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
- 5 eggs
- ½ cup milk
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF).
- Toss cubed potatoes with olive oil and salt, then roast on a baking sheet for about 30 minutes until crispy.
- In a frying pan, cook turkey bacon until crisp. Add onions and sauté until translucent, then stir in garlic.
- In a casserole dish, layer roasted potatoes, the turkey bacon mixture, and half of the cheddar cheese.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, cream, salt, and pepper. Pour over the layered ingredients.
- Top with remaining cheddar cheese and bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 180mg