Farmer’s-Style Casserole

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A hearty breakfast casserole that’s perfect for busy mornings, this dish layers crispy hash browns, savory ham, and melted cheese, all set in a rich, flavorful egg custard. It can be prepared the night before for easy baking in the morning.

Farmer’s-Style Breakfast Casserole

Ingredients

Ingredient	Amount
Frozen shredded hash browns	6 cups
Monterey Jack cheese, shredded	2 cups
Diced ham	2 cups
Chopped green onions	1/2 cup
Large eggs, beaten	8
Evaporated milk	2 (12-oz) cans
Garlic salt	1/2 tsp
Ground black pepper	1/4 tsp

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven
Set the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2: Layer Ingredients
Spread the hash browns evenly in a 9×13-inch baking dish. Add the cheese, diced ham, and green onions in layers on top.

Step 3: Make the Egg Mixture
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, evaporated milk, garlic salt, and black pepper. Pour the mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.

Step 4: Bake

• For immediate baking: Bake uncovered for about 1 hour 15 minutes, until the center is firm.
• For make-ahead: Cover and refrigerate overnight, then bake uncovered for about 1 hour 30 minutes, until fully set.