1-Getting started with this Pioneer Woman Sausage Breakfast Casserole is straightforward, and it only takes about 15 minutes to prep. Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F and greasing a 13×9-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray. Gather all your ingredients like the 1 pound of breakfast sausage, chopped red bell pepper, and 4 green onions to make assembly smooth.

2-In a skillet, brown the sausage along with the bell pepper and the white parts of the green onions over medium heat. Once it’s cooked, drain most of the fat but leave 1-2 tablespoons for flavor. This step ensures your casserole isn’t greasy while keeping that savory taste. For more tips on preventing sogginess, check out our soggy casserole fixes article.

3-Mixing and Baking the Casserole: Next, in a large bowl, whisk together the 10 large eggs, 1 1/4 cups heavy cream, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons hot sauce if you like some heat, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in half of the green onion parts, 1 1/2 cups of the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, the thawed hash browns, and the sausage mixture. Pour this into your prepared dish and cover it before baking.

4-Bake covered at 350°F for 50 minutes, then uncover and add the remaining 1/2 cup cheese. Bump the oven to 400°F and bake for another 10-15 minutes until it’s set and golden on top. Let it rest for 10 minutes before garnishing with the rest of the green onions. The total time, including baking and resting, is about 1 hour 15 minutes, making it ideal for quick prep meals.