This savory breakfast bake combines hearty ingredients with a creamy gravy for a comforting and delicious start to your day.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it into small pieces as it cooks.
Use a non-stick skillet to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
Add the frozen hash browns to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are golden and slightly crispy.
Stir gently to avoid breaking the hash browns too much.
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the country-style gravy mix and water until smooth. Then, beat in the eggs until well combined.
Whisking the gravy mix with water first prevents lumps.
Spread the sausage and hash brown mixture evenly in a greased baking dish.
Greasing the dish helps with easy serving and cleanup.
Pour the gravy and egg mixture over the sausage and hash browns.
Pour slowly to ensure even distribution.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the center is set.
Check doneness by inserting a knife into the center; it should come out clean.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
For a bubbly top, switch to broil for the last minute.
Remove from the oven, let it cool slightly, then slice into portions and serve warm.
Letting it cool slightly helps the casserole set for cleaner slices.