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Breakfast Casserole with Potatoes, Ham, Eggs and Cheese

by Jamie
If you are looking for something wonderful to serve for breakfast this holiday….I do believe this might be the recipe for you!
This Breakfast Casserole can be put together the night before, then baked up warm and lovely in the morning while you are busy.
Busy unwrapping presents, or watching your kids shriek with gladness, or cuddling with your honey bun under the tree.
Don’t let the tree needles poke you in the eye while you are cuddling under the tree, now.
Come to think of it…just cuddle on the couch, hu? 
Might be a bit safer.
This fabulous recipe is very hearty and filling.
Love that.
It’s tasty….oh so tasty and delicious.
A most important requirement.
Hope you make it..
Hope you love it….
Hope you get some smooching and
cuddlin’ this Christmas Season!
 
Prep Time: Cooking Time:
Nutrition facts: NA calories NA fat
Rating: 4.5/5
( 2 voted )

Ingredients

  • 24 oz frozen shredded potatoes
  • salt and pepper
  • 12 eggs
  • 2 C half and half
  • 1 t season salt
  • 1 1/2 C cheddar cheese, grated
  • 1 1/2 C pepper jack cheese, grated
  • 2 C chopped ham (you can substitute cooked sausage)
  • Gravy:
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1/3 C sour cream
  • 4-6 T milk
  • salt and pepper
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Instructions

1. Spray a 9x13 pan with cooking spray. Pour the frozen potatoes into the pan. Shake a little salt and pepper over the top.
2. In a large bowl whisk the eggs up. Add the half and half, season salt, cheeses and ham. Stir to mix it all together.
3. Pour it over the top of the potatoes. Cover with foil and let it hang out in the fridge while you finish wrapping gifts...
4. Bake at 350 for 90 minutes. Remove from the oven and let it sit for about 10 minutes before serving. This will help the pieces hold shape.
5. Mix all gravy ingredients in a medium sized sauce pan. Heat over medium heat until smooth and warmed through. Pour over the top of the casserole. 

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69 comments

April December 14, 2010 - 1:22 pm

Looks delicious! I'm making something similar for Christmas morning, but with bacon instead of ham.

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Caroline December 14, 2010 - 1:30 pm

Looks wonderful! For my family, I'd probably top it with some sausage gravy, just because that's a regional favorite, but these ingredients can't be beat. And anything you can make ahead of time during the holidays is a lifesaver.

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Anonymous December 14, 2010 - 1:34 pm

This is just what I was looking for. Something special for Christmas morning. Just copied it,and can/t wait to dig in!!

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Tara V December 14, 2010 - 4:02 pm

I think I'll be making this too. Just half the recipe and it will be yummy~ thanks for sharing.

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Tightwad Mom December 14, 2010 - 4:26 pm

The perfect recipe for Christmas morning. I'll be baking this one up for sure! I think I'll opt for cuddling on the couch. I would have to fight off the dog and the 8 year old if I try to cuddle under the tree.

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Sherri December 19, 2013 - 7:12 am

I opt for couch too..8yo and dog to fight off here too! 😉

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Sherri December 19, 2013 - 7:19 am

Lol, just realized the date on ur comment. 🙂

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Kristie December 14, 2010 - 5:18 pm

So glad you posted this! I'm supposed to bring a breakfast casserole to a Christmas breakfast on Saturday, and this will save me from having to search for a recipe! I know that since it is from you it will be delicious!

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Givens Family December 14, 2010 - 6:36 pm

I just took a pan of the cream cheese walnut bars out of the oven. Can't wait until I can frost and taste them. They look spectacular and I think my neighbors will love them. Thanks for sharing the recipe. Renee'

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Lisa December 14, 2010 - 8:16 pm

The smell of this alone would be enough to wake anybody up on Christmas morning.

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Anonymous December 14, 2010 - 8:24 pm

Hope you have your cardiologist on speed dial!!!

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Sherri December 19, 2013 - 7:17 am

It’s not real food that harms us. Only the fake foods. U could make this with bacon or sausage gravy and leave out the canned soup if u wish. Its not meats, eggs, cheeses that cause problems. If people knew more it would help them live better and enjoy (real) food again instead of all the substitutes.

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Lynn December 14, 2010 - 9:32 pm

Looks yummy! I am looking for something new to make for Christmas morning.

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graduatejail April 11, 2023 - 2:29 am

It should be poured over the potatoes at this point. Wrap it in aluminum foil, then place it in the refrigerator to chill while you finish wrapping the presents. After removing it from the oven, let it stand for around ten minutes before serving. This will assist the parts in maintaining their form.

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Randi S. December 14, 2010 - 9:33 pm

I am so making this recipe this weekend!

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Sara @ Our Best Bites December 15, 2010 - 5:27 am

Egg casserole is one of our Christmas morning traditions too. Yours looks delish!

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Cookin' Canuck December 15, 2010 - 11:48 pm

Oh my! This would be a wonderful dish to serve on Christmas morning.

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Kothep February 8, 2014 - 2:54 pm

Hey you guys! :tongue3_tb: Looks like you had a wonderful time (even with no one phclsyaily there with you to celebrate) .the food looked amazing! I am so impressed :thumbup_tb: by you both for doing everything from scratch (even the bread crumbs for the stuffing) if I remember correctly from my phone conversation that day with you Angel. Loved the videos! :lol_tb: Pat hope you have recovered from the food poisoning you probably got from licking raw turkey! :bigsurprise_ee: I always knew you were a bit impatient, but damn .raw turkey juice? :confused_ee: :tongue2_tb: Cheers :drunk_tb: right back at you both and Happy Holidays! Miss you both!Love & Hugs,Faith

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cialis April 2, 2014 - 10:17 am

A perfect reply! Thanks for taking the trouble.

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Santa Clara Sports December 16, 2010 - 4:58 am

I have personally eaten this delish casserole from the lovely Heather Peterson herself, and I am always proud when her food makes the bolg! This casserole is a keeper! Hi sis!

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Anjie December 25, 2010 - 4:46 pm

Thanks so much for sharing this recipe! I made it last night and baked it this morning while we were opening presents. We LOVED it! I think this is going to be my Christmas morning meal every year from now on.

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Billy Hartley November 22, 2011 - 11:51 am

This is wonderful, this will no doubt help me get rid of the eggs I have. Can't wait to try it, especially after thanksgiving with leftover turkey.

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Lisa December 12, 2011 - 5:50 pm

So I really want to try this on Christmas morning, but with biscuits instead of potatoes, so that I can use country gravy with it… ( hubby LOVES biscuits and gravy) Do you this I would cook it the same (or what would I change temp/time wise)??? : )

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Anonymous December 17, 2011 - 9:56 pm

The recipe looks so delicious. It will be great for Christmas morning when I have an extra 5 adults to make breakfast for and it will give them time to sleep in.Probably no gravy. We will have Pecan cinnamon rolls with it. Thank you and Merry Christmas/ Happy Holiday to all.

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Anonymous January 17, 2012 - 9:55 pm

Do you cook it with the foil on or leave it uncovered? Thanks!

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Jamie Cooks It Up! January 18, 2012 - 1:45 am

Leave the foil on while it cooks. Good luck!
~Jamie

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Jill March 8, 2012 - 1:06 pm

Jamie, this looks dee-lish! I have a few questions. I know this makes me weird, but I'm not much of a gravy person. Do you think this casserole is tasty even without the gravy? Also, do you NOT thaw the frozen potatoes before preparing? And, can it be prepared the night before and then baked in the morning? I'm thinking about preparing this for company and want to make sure to do it just right!

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Jamie Cooks It Up! March 9, 2012 - 4:41 pm

Hi Jill,
Yes, the casserole is great even without the gravy. Some of my kids prefer it that way. No need to thaw the potatoes and yes, making it the night before works super well. Good luck! Hope it turns out well for you!
~Jamie

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Anonymous April 5, 2012 - 5:03 pm

I am thinking about making this for Easter morning, but with 9 AM church, I am wondering if there's a way I could cook it faster than 90 min. Do you think if I defrosted the shredded potatoes it would decrease the time? How about halving the recipe? Thanks!

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Ntombizodwa February 8, 2014 - 12:18 am

Worth re-checking always smhteoin’ a guy misses the first time around!Merry Christmas to you, Tu-Uyen! We appreciate your hard work and that wonderful sense of humor.

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Amy May 13, 2012 - 7:33 pm

Made this for a mothers day brunch this morning. Used turkey sausage instead of ham and didn't make the gravy, and it was great!! Probably the best egg/breakfast casserole I've made. Thanks for posting this and I'll definitely be trying more of your recipes!

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Deb November 16, 2012 - 11:13 am

I made this last weekend and it was a hit. We made it in the night before so all we had to do was throw it in the oven the next day and warm up the gravy. I like how you can really customize this to whatever you’re in the mood for. I added sausage to the gravy; it was extremely tasty. The sausage gravy did mask the flavor of the casserole some though so I might not repeat adding it in the future. My brother (who considers himself a sausage gravy expert) thought it was the best sausage gravy he’s ever had. I’ll be using that again for sausage gravy and biscuits breakfasts for sure. Thanks for posting!

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Deb Gow December 23, 2012 - 11:38 am

Great recipes! Thank you. Just planned my whole holiday meal on your site. Xoxo

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AmyE December 25, 2012 - 1:35 pm

Made this for Christmas breakfast and it was awesome!! I used 1lb cooked breakfast sausage in place of the ham. My shredded potatoes came in a 30 oz bag, so I used them all and added 3 eggs. Put it together yesterday afternoon and just had to throw it in the oven this morning. We’re not really gravy people so we went without it. Everyone thought it was delicious. Thanks so much for the recipe! This is now my go-to breakfast casserole.

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Alice March 3, 2013 - 10:48 am

can you brown the hashbrowns on stove top in a skillet a little before adding to the dish

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Jamie March 4, 2013 - 9:24 am

Hi Alice,
Yep, that is actually a really great idea. It would give them a nice flavor. Good luck! Hope you love it.
~Jamie

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Christina March 26, 2013 - 7:26 pm

Can you use fresh potatoes just grated instead of frozen?

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Jamie March 27, 2013 - 6:44 am

Christina,
Fresh potatoes would work out fine. Good luck!
~Jamie

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Deb May 12, 2013 - 8:45 am

So I threw this together last night and put it in the fidge to be cooking in the morning. I cooked it for 105 minutes at 350 covered in foil and the center was completely raw and liquidy. I know my oven is off by maybe 5 degrees but it shouldn’t be that under cooked. Any idea how to get it to cook faster? Unfortunately it complete ruined my Mother’s Day Breakfast! 🙁

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Jamie May 13, 2013 - 6:52 am

Hi Deb,
So sorry this recipe didn’t turn out well for you. It may help to take it out of the fridge for 20 minutes or so before you bake it so it has a chance to let the temperature rise just a bit before you pop it into the oven. It also wouldn’t hurt to turn your oven temperature up a bit. Hope it turns out better for you next time.
~Jamie

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Kassidy August 28, 2013 - 10:37 am

I made this for the first time a few weeks ago. I baked it covered for about 80 minutes and uncovered for the last 10 to get a little crust on the top. It was delicious and I’m making it again tonight so it’s ready to be re-warmed in the morning. Thanks for sharing!

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Tammy November 22, 2013 - 7:12 pm

when you say seasoning salt do you mean Lawry’s?

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Jamie November 25, 2013 - 6:18 am

Tammy,
Yes, Lawry’s would be a great choice. Other Seasoned Salts like Johnny’s will also work well. Good luck! Hope you love it!
~Jamie

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Ceilymercedes February 8, 2014 - 3:29 pm

Think I will make some fresh yams (well only sweet potatoes here) for Christmas. I must say I am inpirsed to make a lovely traditional Christmas meal with my husband after seeing what you and your husband put together. Well done to you both :cheese1_ee: I am so proud of you Pat for eating yams :clap_tb: and joining the rest of the world in liking them! Next we have to get you on some sweet potato pie :exclaim_ee: Yeah, that’s right, don’t let me hear you complain too much either after all, I have succumbed to the olive after all this time! :surrender_tb:

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ShaNae December 17, 2013 - 9:19 am

Hi Jamie,
We had a farewell potluck for my Pastor and his family this past weekend, and my last name fell under main dish to bring. I chose this because it could be assembled the night before. I am not an egg person and I really liked this recipe. It went over really well at my church and I have given out your recipe and sent them to your site. I did bake mine an extra 12 minutes which made the eggs set completely in the middle. My mom wants to make this for Christmas morning, and I am totally on board. Thanks for your great recipes, I have never been disappointed with the several I have made.

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Christy December 22, 2013 - 12:04 pm

Think I could put this together the night before and bake in the morning?

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Jamie December 23, 2013 - 7:32 am

Christy,
Yes, you can make it the night before. 🙂 Best of luck to you.
~Jamie

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amy December 22, 2013 - 12:04 pm

how do we print the recipe?????

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Alice April 7, 2014 - 6:21 am

Can Milk be used instead of Half& half?

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Jamie April 7, 2014 - 7:36 am

Alice,
Yes, you can use milk. It won’t be quite as rich, but milk will do. Good luck!
~Jamie

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alice May 5, 2015 - 9:08 am

Thanks Jammie!

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Teanna July 2, 2014 - 8:03 am

Could I freeze this recipe? If so how long would I cook it?

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Jamie July 2, 2014 - 10:20 am

Teanna,
I haven’t ever frozen it before. Not sure if it would work out very well or not. You can, however assemble it the night before and then bake it in the morning. Sorry I couldn’t be of more help. Best of luck to you,
~Jamie

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Kelly August 28, 2014 - 1:43 pm

I was wondering the same thing about freezing…I’m making it tonight for my hubby and friends but not planning on cooking it until saturday or Sunday am…

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Laura December 5, 2014 - 11:40 am

Thank you for the great recipe,this turned out great and love the fact it can be assembled the night before! I did take the foil off after 90 minutes and let it brown for an additional 15mins.

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Linda December 10, 2015 - 8:53 am

I love breakfast casseroles! Do you leave the foil on while baking it?

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Jamie December 10, 2015 - 10:24 am

Linda,
Yes, I leave the foil on while it bakes. Best of luck to you!
~Jamie

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Susan December 18, 2018 - 10:12 am

Just a quick question. Can I half the recipe? What size baking dish/pan would you suggest for half the recipe? Thank you. I love your recipes.

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Debby November 23, 2019 - 6:14 pm

I had to bake it for 100 minutes and the middle was still runny.

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Tammy October 30, 2022 - 9:33 am

This recipe is so amazingly good!

I use fresh potatoes (cut small so they’ll cook thru), all cheddar cheese and heavy cream for extra richness (I don’t have half and half). I don’t have a 9 X 13 pan, so I bake the casserole in two 9 X 9 Pyrex pans. Cutting them into quarters gives me enough breakfast casserole slices for the week! I bake them on Sunday and then I’m all set! Thank you so much for sharing this yumminess!

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