Incredible Breakfast Bake

This cheesy potato biscuit bake is delicious with its flavorful ham, potatoes, and cheese all together with some amazing eggs! It’s super simple to put together and is done in no time. You can make it for any time of the year. It’s even simple enough to involve the kids!

Cheesy Hash and Biscuit Bake

This breakfast bake is the most delicious thing you can make. I have been in the kitchen for most of my life, and I’ve made a lot of breakfast dishes, casseroles, one pan wonders, etc. So, trust me when I say this one stands apart as one of the ones you will want to return to! I have friends and family who have requested and asked for this recipe, and yours will too.

A major component of why this breakfast bake is so perfect is because it draws a lot of its ingredients from some timeless breakfast staples. For example, if you love hash browns for breakfast, then you’ll love the flavor the shredded potatoes add to this dish. It is also crazy simple to throw together, make ahead of time, and modify for larger or smaller crowds.

Sides for Cheesy Hash and Biscuit Bake

One thing I enjoy about this recipe is how versatile it is! You can add extra ingredients (such as ham) to make this dish a hearty, filling meal all its own. Eggs themselves have great protein, so it can satisfy your hunger quickly. However, if you want to add some side options, you can do things such as toast, fruit, or cups of yogurt. It also pairs well with a light salad if you decide to use it as a brunch menu item!

Have Fun with It

Everyone has different taste preferences, so a truly great dish is going to be one that you can modify to fit your palette and lifestyle without losing the magic of the recipe. The Cheesy Hash and Breakfast Bake recipe is one of those great dishes! Modifying your ingredients, is also great for if you really love a dish and make it often, so you’re having fun with your food and not growing tired of it.

Here are some ways to have fun with this breakfast bake while still enjoying the magic of this recipe:

Spice: Chili, red pepper, jalapenos, salsa, etc. the possibilities are endless!
Different meat:  Chicken, beef, sausage, bacon, etc.
Extra cheese: I recommend either cheddar or mozzarella for both flavor and melting ability.
Cream:  Heavy whipping cream makes this recipe a bit richer.
Veggies:  Greens, fresh tomatoes, sweet onions, etc.

Helpful Info for the Biscuit Breakfast Bake

Having made this recipe a good many times, I have some super helpful tips to make this dish its best when preparing it. These tips work with whatever variation you use or how you modify your ingredients. How these tips work is to maximize the ease of this breakfast bake. You will understand more about how to prepare, bake, and enjoy for the maximum benefits to you and your taste buds!

Your Potatoes – However you do your potatoes will work just fine. I have used frozen bagged potatoes, pre-shredded, and it has come out great! I personally keep a lot of whole potatoes handy, so I tend to go for shredding my own fresh potatoes.

No extra oils and grease – Be sure to drain the juices from any meat you add to this recipe before adding in with the eggs. You don’t want it to be soupy.

No lid or foil – Adding foil to cover your dish is an option if you like; however, I highly recommend you do not use a lid or tinfoil. The reason being that cooking this dish uncovered will give you crunchy edges and topping.

Signs the breakfast bake is done – There are some signs to look out for to know that this dish is done cooking. The first is that the internal temperature is 165F for safety reasons. You also don’t want to overcook it, so it’s a great idea to know the tell-tale signs it’s time to take it out. Sometimes altitude, different ovens, etc. can factor into cooking times. For this dish, the edges around the top will be browned. The bake itself will be firm.

Prep and Storing Your Leftovers

I like to make this breakfast bake fresh when I am ready to serve it. However, it also works just as well being made a day or so early. Because, let’s face it, sometimes it is just nice to just pop breakfast in the oven for a warmup. I particularly enjoy making this dish a little early when I know I am going to have company over.

Freezing:

The breakfast bake does great in the freezer! After you have made your dish, or with leftovers, allow the food to completely cool down. The reason you want it to cool completely is the water droplet from condensation can make a dish more prone to freezer burn. Once cooled, place the dish in a freezer bag. Heat for around 20-30 minutes once you are ready to heat it up.

Make Ahead Prep:

Prepare your breakfast bake for the oven; however, instead of baking, cover and place it in the fridge until you are ready for it. It handles well in the fridge for around two days. When you do bake it, I suggest you keep a close eye on the internal temperature of the dish when following baking directions. The fridge can make the ingredients extra cool sometimes.

What do you need to make Incredible Breakfast Bake

1 Can Biscuits

1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1-2 cups potatoes, shredded

1/2 cup whole milk

1 cup of ham, cubed

5 large eggs

Salt and pepper to taste

How to make Incredible Breakfast Bake

FIRST STEP:

Preheat oven to 350F. Oil a casserole pan.

In a large bowl, beat your eggs and milk until well combined.

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SECOND STEP:

Add in all other ingredients except for the biscuits.

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Slice each biscuit into fours. Gently toss in mixture.

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THIRD STEP:

Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the breakfast bake is golden and solidified.

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Enjoy!

YUM!