Instructions:
- Preheat the oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or cooking spray.
- Layer the ingredients:
- Spread the thawed hash browns evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top of the hash browns, followed by the diced ham (or sausage/bacon), onions, mushrooms, and bell peppers if you’re using them.
- Prepare the egg mixture:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and parsley until fully combined.
- Pour and bake:
- Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish. Make sure it covers all the ingredients well.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
- Let it rest and serve:
- Let the casserole cool for 5-10 minutes before cutting into squares. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
Tips:
- You can prepare this casserole the night before and refrigerate it, then pop it in the oven the next morning for a quick and easy breakfast.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach, zucchini, or tomatoes to customize it to your liking.
- Serve with a side of salsa or hot sauce for extra flavor.
This Farmer’s Casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that’s versatile and easy to adapt depending on what ingredients you have on hand. Perfect for feeding a family or a group at a gathering!