Farmer Casserole

Farmer Casserole

Ingredients

• 3 cups frozen hash brown potatoes (cubed or shredded)

• 1½ cups cooked ham, diced

• 1½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

• 4 large eggs

• 1 cup milk

• ¼ teaspoon salt

• ¼ teaspoon black pepper

• ½ teaspoon onion powder (or ¼ cup chopped onion)

• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

• 2 tablespoons butter (for greasing dish)

Instructions

1. Preheat oven

   • Preheat to 350°F (175°C).

   • Grease an 8×8-inch baking dish with butter.

2. Layer ingredients

   • Spread hash browns evenly in the dish.

   • Sprinkle diced ham over the potatoes.

   • Top with shredded cheese.

3. Prepare egg mixture

   • In a bowl, whisk eggs, milk, salt, pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder.

4. Assemble

   • Pour egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients.

5. Bake

   • Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes, until the center is set and the top is lightly golden.

6. Rest and serve

   • Let stand for 5–10 minutes before slicing.

Make-Ahead Option

• Assemble the casserole, cover, and refrigerate overnight.

• Bake the next morning, adding 5–10 extra minutes to the cooking time.

Variations

• Sausage Farmer Casserole: Use cooked breakfast sausage instead of ham.

• Veggie Version: Add bell peppers, mushrooms, or spinach.

• Extra Cheesy: Mix in Monterey Jack or Swiss.

• Spicy: Add diced jalapeños or a pinch of cayenne.

Storage

• Refrigerate leftovers for up to 3 days.

• Reheat in the oven or microwave.