Potato, Sausage, And Spinach Breakfast Casserole

Name: Potato, Sausage, And Spinach Breakfast Casserole
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 16 large eggs; 1 1/4 cups heavy cream; 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more; 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more; 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided; 12 ounces fresh breakfast sausage links; 2 cups sliced leeks, white and pale-green parts only; 2 russet potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), peeled, shredded, lightly squeezed; 1 pound frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry, roughly chopped; 1 1/2 cups (4 ounces) grated Gruyere; 1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan

Servings: persons

16 large eggs
1 1/4 cups heavy cream
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more
5 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
12 ounces fresh breakfast sausage links
2 cups sliced leeks, white and pale-green parts only
2 russet potatoes (1 1/2 pounds), peeled, shredded, lightly squeezed
1 pound frozen spinach, thawed, squeezed dry, roughly chopped
1 1/2 cups (4 ounces) grated Gruyere
1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) grated Parmesan

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["Position a rack in top third of oven; preheat to 350u00b0F. Whisk eggs, cream, 1 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl; set aside.", "Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a 12"" cast-iron or nonstick ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add sausages and cook, turning often, until browned all over, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a plate. Add leeks to skillet. Season with salt; cook until wilted, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl.", "Melt 3 tablespoons butter in same skillet over medium heat. Add potatoes, spreading out in an even layer. Cook without stirring until bottom and edges are crisp and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Slide potato pancake onto a large plate. Invert onto another large plate. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in skillet. Slide potato pancake into skillet, browned side up; cook until bottom is golden brown, about 10 minutes.", "Scatter spinach, leeks, and sausages over potato pancake, each in an even layer. Season with salt and pepper, then pour in egg mixture. Sprinkle both cheeses over.", "Bake until casserole is puffed and golden brown, 35-40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 16 large eggs, 1 1/4 cups heavy cream, 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt plus more, 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper plus more, and more.

Yes, Potato, Sausage, And Spinach Breakfast Casserole falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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