Description
Hearty farmers casserole brings together rustic comfort and wholesome ingredients from rural kitchens. Savory layers of potatoes, eggs, and cheese create a satisfying meal that nourishes both body and soul.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 large eggs
Dairy and Liquid Ingredients:
- 1 cup evaporated milk
Seasonings and Optional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the oven by heating to 350F (175C) and lightly coat a baking dish with cooking spray or butter.
- Create a uniform base layer of hash browns across the bottom of the prepared dish, ensuring complete coverage.
- Distribute diced ham evenly over the hash brown foundation, then generously sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
- Craft the custard mixture by thoroughly blending eggs with evaporated milk, incorporating salt and pepper until smooth and well-integrated.
- Carefully cascade the egg blend across the layered hash browns, ham, and cheese, allowing liquid to seep through all ingredients.
- Transfer the casserole to the preheated oven and bake for 45-55 minutes, monitoring until the surface turns golden brown and the center sets completely.
- Remove from oven and allow the casserole to rest and stabilize for 5 minutes, which helps firm the texture and makes serving easier.
Notes
- Customize the casserole by swapping ham with crispy bacon, cooked sausage, or diced turkey for varied protein options.
- Reduce fat content by using low-fat cheese, egg whites, and skim evaporated milk without compromising flavor.
- Enhance vegetable content by adding sautéed spinach, bell peppers, or chopped onions for extra nutrition and texture.
- Make it gluten-free by ensuring all ingredients are certified gluten-free, especially the hash browns and cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 220 mg