Description
Wake up to comfort with this hearty Farmer’s Casserole—a savory blend of creamy eggs, golden hash browns, diced ham, melted cheddar, and fresh green onions. Whether you’re hosting brunch, feeding a family, or prepping for the week, this easy recipe is a go-to for satisfying meals. It’s perfect for a quick breakfast, cozy dinner ideas, healthy snack prepping, and all-around easy recipe planning. If you’re hunting for breakfast ideas or delicious food ideas that feel like home, this is it.
Ingredients
2 cups frozen shredded hash browns
1 cup diced ham
1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onions
4 large eggs
1 (12-ounce) can evaporated milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
3. Layer frozen hash browns evenly in the baking dish.
4. Top with diced ham, shredded cheddar cheese, and chopped green onions.
5. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, evaporated milk, salt, and pepper.
6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the dish.
7. For best results, cover and refrigerate overnight (optional).
8. Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes or until the center is set and the top is golden.
9. Let rest for 5–10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
You can prep this casserole the night before and refrigerate to bake fresh in the morning.
Feel free to swap ham with cooked sausage or bacon, or use a vegetarian alternative.
For a spicier version, mix in chopped jalapeños or pepper jack cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (1/8 of casserole)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 17g
- Cholesterol: 140mg