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Cheesy Bacon Potato Breakfast Casserole

This Cheesy Bacon Potato Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and delicious way to start your day. Packed with potatoes, bacon, cheese, and eggs, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 3 large potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 1-2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tsp salt divided
  • 9 oz streaky turkey bacon chopped
  • 1 onion finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic crushed
  • 2 cups grated cheddar cheese
  • 5 eggs
  • 0.5 cup milk
  • 0.75 cup heavy/whipping cream
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven and prepare the potatoes: Roast potatoes with olive oil and 1 tsp salt at 350°F (180°C) for 30 minutes.
  2. Cook the turkey bacon and onions: Cook bacon and onions until crisp and soft. Stir in garlic and sauté for 20 seconds.
  3. Assemble the casserole: Layer potatoes, bacon-onion mixture, and half the cheese in a dish.
  4. Mix the egg base: Whisk eggs, milk, cream, 1 tsp salt, and pepper.
  5. Bake the casserole: Pour egg mixture over layers, top with remaining cheese, and bake for 30–40 minutes.
  6. Rest and serve: Let rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, skip the bacon and add some chopped bell peppers or mushrooms.