Farmers Casserole
A hearty Farmers Casserole filled with hash browns, diced ham, cheese, and baked to golden perfection.
Author: tinsuf Culinary Team
Cuisine: American
Category: Breakfast, Brunch
Keywords: farmers casserole, breakfast casserole, hashbrown egg bake
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
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Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
Yield: 12 servings
Introduction
Farmers Casserole is the ultimate make-ahead breakfast or brunch dish, packed with classic farmhouse ingredients like hash browns, eggs, ham, and cheese.
Whether you’re feeding a crowd or meal prepping for the week, this savory casserole is hearty, customizable, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
At tinsuf, we love recipes that combine convenience with homemade flavor, and this dish delivers just that.
Ingredients
Ingredient Quantity
Frozen shredded hash brown potatoes 6 cups
Monterey Jack cheese, grated 2 cups
Ham, diced 2 cups
Green onions, chopped 1/2 cup
Large eggs, beaten 8
Evaporated milk (12 oz cans) 2 cans
Garlic salt 1/2 teaspoon
Freshly ground black pepper 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
Prepare the Oven:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) when ready to bake.
Layer the Ingredients:
Arrange hash browns evenly on the bottom of a greased 9×13-inch baking dish. Sprinkle grated cheese, diced ham, and chopped green onions on top.
Prepare the Egg Mixture:
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, evaporated milk, garlic salt, and black pepper until well blended. Pour evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish.
Bake:
Cover and refrigerate overnight if desired. If baking chilled, bake uncovered for about 1 hour 30 minutes, or until the center is fully set. If baking immediately, reduce cooking time to 1 hour 15 minutes.
Troubleshooting & Consistency Tips
Soggy casserole? Thaw and drain hash browns before using to prevent excess moisture.
Overly browned top? Tent with aluminum foil during the last 15 minutes of baking.
Center not setting? Continue baking in 5-10 minute intervals, checking for firmness in the middle.
Storage & Make-Ahead
This casserole can be prepared the night before and stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours before baking.
Once baked, cool completely, cover tightly, and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
Reheat portions in the microwave or oven until warm throughout.
Why This Recipe Works
The combination of shredded hash browns and evaporated milk creates a creamy yet stable base, while Monterey Jack cheese adds richness and stretch.
Baking slowly allows the eggs to set without overcooking, resulting in a perfectly textured breakfast dish.
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Expert Tips
For a spicier twist, add diced jalapeños or pepper jack cheese.
Use leftover holiday ham to make this dish even easier.
Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or chives before serving for extra color and flavor.
Recipe provided by tinsuf – perfect for holidays, potlucks, or meal prep breakfast solutions.
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