Description

Roasted Potato Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, cheesy egg bake that combines crispy potatoes, smoky bacon, and fluffy eggs under a blanket of melty Monterey Jack and cheddar. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or meal prep, this one-dish wonder delivers cozy comfort with every bite.

Ingredients

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For the Potatoes:

1.5 lbs (680 g) russet potatoes, cubed, rinsed, and patted dry
1–2 Tbsp (15–30 ml) vegetable oil
1 tsp (5 g) seasoned salt
½ tsp (2 g) black pepper

For the Casserole:

8 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream
½ tsp (3 g) kosher salt
½ tsp (2 g) ground black pepper
½ tsp (1 g) dry mustard powder
¼ tsp (0.5 g) onion powder
8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
1 small yellow onion, finely diced (about ½ cup / 75 g)
1½ cups (170 g) Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (divided)
1½ cups (170 g) cheddar cheese, shredded (divided)
1–2 green onions, diced (for garnish)

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Instructions

Preheat & Prep – Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
Cook Potatoes – Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes, seasoned salt, and pepper. Cover and cook 10 min. Uncover and cook 8–10 min more, stirring occasionally, until crispy. Transfer to baking dish.
Whisk Mixture – In a large bowl, whisk eggs, cream, salt, pepper, mustard powder, and onion powder. Stir in bacon, diced onion, and 1 cup each of Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese.
Assemble & Bake – Pour egg mixture over potatoes. Bake 25 min.
Add Cheese & Finish – Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Bake 10 more minutes, or until golden and the centre is just set.
Garnish & Serve – Cool slightly, garnish with green onions, and serve warm.

Notes

Dry potatoes thoroughly for maximum crispiness.

Use room-temp eggs for even mixing and baking.

Add extra veggies (spinach, mushrooms, bell peppers) for variety.

Assemble ahead and refrigerate overnight for easy brunch prep.

Freeze leftovers up to 2 months; reheat gently for best texture.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Breakfast / Brunch Casserole
Method: Oven-Baked
Cuisine: American