Farmer’s Casserole is a delicious way to start your day! Hash browns, ham, cheese & eggs create a delicious breakfast that’s always a hit!

Farmer’s Casserole is a recipe that I pull out just about every month for a yummy weekend brunch. It’s SO easy to put together! I love that I can make it ahead of time and freeze it for a rainy day. That’s one of the things I love about casserole recipes.

I’ve been cooking a lot of easy ham and egg breakfast recipes lately, like Eggs Benedict and Ham & Egg Baked Taquitos. They’re delicious, but Farmer’s Casserole is still my number one choice for a quick and easy breakfast dish.

FARMER’S CASSEROLE
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This breakfast egg casserole has three main components – a hash brown crust, a fluffy egg layer, and tasty mix-ins. It doesn’t matter if you prepare this casserole in advance or cook it up in the morning to treat your family. This easy breakfast casserole is sure to become one of your favorites too! It’s seriously the best breakfast casserole around friends.

Ingredients in Farmer’s Casserole

HASH BROWNS: I like to buy country-style hashbrown potatoes so you get some potato in every bite. Sometimes I change out for shredded hash browns because they make a great bottom crust for this egg casserole recipe.

CHEESE: If you want to try a different cheese on top, go right ahead! A cheese that melts easily is ideal for this casserole. Cheddar cheese, Swiss cheese, and Colby are all great options for this breakfast bake.

If you want to kick things up you could use pepper jack cheese and a pinch of red pepper flakes too!

How to Make Breakfast Casserole

Start by preheating your oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 2-quart baking dish generously with cooking spray or butter.
Next, assemble the casserole. Arrange the frozen hash brown potatoes in an even layer in the bottom of the dish. Sprinkle the cheese, ham, and green onions over the potato layer.
Then, you’ll mix the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together in a bowl. Once everything is mixed, pour the egg mixture over the rest of the ingredients in the baking dish.
Bake the casserole for 40-45 minutes, until the eggs are set and a knife inserted in the center comes out clean.

Once your breakfast casserole with ham is finished cooking, allow it to stand for 5 minutes before you serve it. If you have any leftover casserole, it should be refrigerated within 2 hours. You can store the leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days.

Can you make breakfast casserole ahead of time?

You can absolutely make this breakfast egg casserole ahead of time! In fact, most breakfast casseroles can be prepared a day ahead. It’s a great way to stay organized and stress-free when you need to feed a crowd.

To make an overnight breakfast casserole, here’s what you need to do:

Prepare any sauteed veggies or cooked meats first and allow them to cool to room temperature. It’s important to make sure that anything you’ve cooked ahead of time is cool before adding it to an egg casserole. That way the eggs don’t scramble from the heat. If you’re using diced ham that has previously been cooked, you can skip this step.
Assemble the casserole as directed in the rest of the recipe. Then cover it and refrigerate it the night before your breakfast or brunch gathering.
For the toppings: You can add them to the casserole in advance. Just know that they may sink into the eggs overnight. If you want to stop that from happening, simply store your toppings separately. Then sprinkle them on top of the casserole just before baking.
When you’re ready to bake your overnight breakfast casserole, uncover it and pop it in the oven. Add 10 minutes to the cooking time to allow for the refrigerated casserole to come to temperature and cook completely.

Can you freeze breakfast casserole?

Breakfast casseroles are perfect for freezing! Keeping a frozen breakfast casserole in your freezer is a fantastic option when you need something effortless for breakfast the next day.

To freeze a breakfast casserole, follow the recipe until you get to the baking instructions. Cover the uncooked casserole first with a layer of plastic wrap and then with a layer of aluminum foil.

You can freeze your uncooked breakfast casserole for up to three months. When you’re ready to use it, just thaw it overnight in the fridge, then pop it in the oven to bake.

Farmer’s Casserole is the perfect hearty breakfast for your next get-together! It’s always a crowd pleaser!!

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Tools used to make this Farmer’s Casserole recipe

Whisk: The best fluffy egg dishes start with a good whisk for whipping air into the eggs. This whisk has a strong handle that is comfortable to grip, ensuring that you have complete control while mixing ingredients.

Casserole Dish: This 8-inch x 8-inch glass casserole dish holds 2-quarts of food. Which makes it the perfect size for all your baking needs.

*This post originally posted on 12/03/2013.