FARMERS CASSEROLE

 

Ingredients

· 3 cups frozen shredded hash brown potatoes (thawed)
· 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese (or a blend)
· 1 cup cooked ham, diced (or cooked crumbled sausage/bacon)
· ¼ cup sliced green onions (or diced yellow onion)
· 1 (12 oz) can evaporated milk (or 1½ cups whole milk/cream)
· 4 large eggs
· ½ teaspoon salt
· ¼ teaspoon black pepper
· ½ teaspoon paprika or dried mustard (optional)
· Non-stick cooking spray or butter for greasing

Instructions

1. Prepare the Dish

· Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
· Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish (or 3-quart casserole dish).

2. Layer Base Ingredients

· Spread thawed hash browns evenly in the dish.
· Sprinkle with cheese, ham (or sausage), and green onions.

3. Mix Egg Mixture

· In a medium bowl, whisk together evaporated milk, eggs, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings.

4. Combine and Bake

· Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.
· Bake uncovered for 45–55 minutes, until center is set and top is golden brown.
· Let stand 5–10 minutes before serving.

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Make-Ahead Option

· Assemble the casserole (without baking) up to 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate.
· When ready to bake, let sit at room temperature 20–30 minutes, then bake as directed (may need an extra 5–10 minutes).