MOUNTAIN MAN CROCK POT BREAKFAST
This hearty Mountain Man Crock Pot Breakfast is loaded with sausage, eggs, cheese, and hash browns. Slow-cooked overnight, it’s an easy, filling meal perfect for busy mornings or weekend brunches.
Ingredients
- 1 pound breakfast sausage cooked and drained
- 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns
- 8 large eggs
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup milk
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 1 green bell pepper diced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Cooking spray or butter for greasing crock pot
Instructions
Prepare Crock Pot:
- Spray the crock pot insert with cooking spray or grease with butter.
Layer Ingredients:
- Spread half of the frozen hash browns evenly in the bottom of the crock pot. Sprinkle half of the cooked sausage over the potatoes. Add half the chopped onion and green bell pepper. Sprinkle half the shredded cheese on top. Repeat the layers with remaining hash browns, sausage, onion, pepper, and cheese.
Mix Eggs and Milk:
- In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Pour Egg Mixture:
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the crock pot.
Cook:
- Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or until eggs are set and the casserole is cooked through.
Serve:
- Slice and serve warm. Enjoy your hearty breakfast!
Notes
Make Ahead:
Prepare the layers in the crock pot insert the night before, cover, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, add the egg mixture and cook as directed. Customizing the Flavor:
Add chopped mushrooms, cooked bacon, or shredded pepper jack cheese for a different twist. Serving Suggestions:
Serve with fresh fruit, toast, or a side of salsa for a complete breakfast. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free cheese and milk substitutes for a lactose-free version. Storage Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.
Prepare the layers in the crock pot insert the night before, cover, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, add the egg mixture and cook as directed. Customizing the Flavor:
Add chopped mushrooms, cooked bacon, or shredded pepper jack cheese for a different twist. Serving Suggestions:
Serve with fresh fruit, toast, or a side of salsa for a complete breakfast. Allergy-Friendly Options:
Use dairy-free cheese and milk substitutes for a lactose-free version. Storage Tips:
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently before serving.