Cheesy Amish Breakfast Casserole

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2

Cheesy Amish Breakfast Casserole to start your day on a delicious note

by The Chefin Breakfast/Brunch

Prep

15 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 pound sliced bacon , diced
	1 sweet onion , chopped
	4 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes , thawed
	9 eggs , lightly beaten
	2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
	1 1/2 cups small curd cottage cheese
	1 1/4 cups shredded Swiss cheese

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

362

Sugar

Fat

28g

Cheesy Amish Breakfast Casserole is a traditional dish originating in the Amish community. It is a hearty and filling breakfast that will surely satisfy your hunger pangs and leave you energized for the rest of the day. This casserole is a perfect combination of eggs, hash browns, onions, and three different types of cheese. The preparation is easy and it can be customized to your liking by adding vegetables or switching up the cheeses. This dish is perfect for feeding a crowd and is great for potlucks or family gatherings.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
2.	In a large skillet, cook bacon and onions over medium heat until bacon is crisp. Drain excess grease.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix hash browns and eggs together.
4.	Add cooked bacon and onion mixture, cheddar cheese, cottage cheese and Swiss cheese to the hash brown mixture, mix well.
5.	Pour the mixture into the greased baking dish.
6.	Bake for 35-40 minutes or until a knife inserted in the center comes out clean. Let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.

PROS

This breakfast casserole is easy to make and can serve a large number of people.

The combination of bacon, hash browns and cheese is a mouth-watering delight that is sure to please everyone.

It is perfect for a lazy weekend breakfast or brunch.

CONS

This casserole can be high in calories, fat and sodium.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a well-balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite the cons, this breakfast casserole does have some health benefits.
Eggs are a good source of protein and can keep you full for longer.
Cheese in moderation can provide essential vitamins and minerals.