Start your morning with comfort and flavor! This hearty Amish Breakfast Casserole is packed with crispy bacon, melty cheese, and golden hash browns—perfect for weekend brunches, holidays, or feeding a hungry crowd. Simple, satisfying, and full of classic homemade goodness. 🍳🧀🥓
🛒 Ingredients:
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1 lb bacon, diced
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1 medium onion, chopped
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6 eggs, lightly beaten
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4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed
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2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
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1½ cups cottage cheese
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1¼ cups shredded Swiss cheese
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Salt and pepper, to taste
🔧 Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
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In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon and onion until the bacon is crispy. Drain excess grease.
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In a large bowl, mix the eggs, hash browns, all cheeses, and the bacon-onion mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
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Pour into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
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Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
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Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.
💡 Tips & Variations:
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Prep Ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate. Just bake in the morning!
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Custom Add-ins: Try green peppers, mushrooms, or cooked sausage for added flavor.
Warm, cheesy, and deeply comforting—this casserole turns any morning into something special. 💛⏰