Hash Brown Casserole

prep time:: 30 min
total time:: 1 1/2 hr

Makes 6-8 servings

You can substitute the sausage for bacon or chicken sausage or ham. Sometimes instead of hash browns, I use sweet potato or yams. Can be made ahead and refrigerated. Bake just before serving.

ingredients

3 T. butter
1 small onion, chopped
4 cups hash browns
1 lb sausage
2 1/4 cups whole milk
8 eggs
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp nutmeg
2 T dijon mustard
8 cups cubed bread (french or italian), w/o crust
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
2 cups parmesan cheese

directions

1
Cook the sausage until done.
2
Saute the hash browns with the onion in butter until brown.
3
Combine the milk, eggs and seasonings. Set aside.
4
Layer the sausage, potatoes and bread in a large casserole. Pour egg mixture over the layers. Cover with the two cheeses.
5
Bake for 45-50 minutes in a 350F oven until puffed and golden brown.

notes

Here you are with Dad's cousin Courtney and your second cousin Gracie. You and Gracie were born one week apart. On this day you showed Gracie how to crawl on hands and knees. Life Lesson: Be a positive role model.

Source: Gila