Farmer’s-Style Casserole

Farmer’s-Style Casserole

This is a hearty, all-in-one breakfast or dinner dish—think potatoes, eggs, meat, and cheese baked together. Perfect for busy mornings or comfort meals.

Ingredients (Serves ~4–6)

• 4 cups diced potatoes (fresh, frozen, or hash browns)

• 1 cup cooked ham, sausage, or bacon, diced

• 1 small onion, chopped

• 1 bell pepper, chopped (optional)

• 6 eggs

• 1 cup milk

• 1½ cups shredded cheese (cheddar, Swiss, or a mix)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1–2 tbsp butter or oil

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.

2. Cook the vegetables & meat

   • In a skillet, sauté onions and bell peppers in butter or oil until soft.

   • Add potatoes and cook 5–7 minutes until slightly tender.

   • Mix in the ham, sausage, or bacon.

3. Mix the eggs

   • In a bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

4. Assemble casserole

   • Spread the potato/meat mixture in the baking dish.

   • Pour egg mixture over the top.

   • Sprinkle shredded cheese evenly over everything.

5. Bake

   • Cover with foil and bake 25 minutes.

   • Remove foil and bake another 10–15 minutes until eggs are set and cheese is golden.

6. Serve

   • Let cool for a few minutes, then slice into portions.

Tips

• Make ahead: Assemble the night before and refrigerate; bake in the morning.

• Veggie boost: Add spinach, mushrooms, or zucchini.

• Extra cheesy: Stir some cheese into the egg mixture for creamier results.

If you want, I can make a super quick 3-ingredient “farmer’s casserole” for mornings when you’re in a hurry—it’s surprisingly simple!