The breakfast meal prep I'm loving right now
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Hashbrown Breakfast Bake
This is a crowd pleaser! Make this for a weekend getaway when you just want to have something quick to pop in the oven and eat for breakfast or anytime snack. It’s been a lifesaver for me this summer when morning cooking is the last thing I feel like doing.
Ingredients
2 cups milk (of your choice) I try to find a lactose free brand with minimal sugar but almond milk might not taste great in this casserole. (Store brands make tons of lactose free milk now!)
16oz shredded cheddar or mixed colby jack cheese (half for baking, half on top)
8 whole eggs
1-2tsp salt
Pepper-1 tsp
1/2 carton egg whites (or just enough to cover the mixture) (this makes it fluffy and less dry!)
26oz frozen hashbrowns (the skinny shredded kind!)
12oz ham or sausage (turkey will be the most lean)- I usually buy a block from the meat section so I can get something natural and hormone free. Chopped into 1/4 size bites.
Directions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (375 if you know your oven takes longer)
Mix the hashbrowns, cheese and ham all together in a big bow.
Mix the eggs, salt, pepper, and milk and wisk to break up the whole eggs. I usually wait to pour the egg whites on top to see how much I need based on the pan.
In a 9/ x 13/ pyrex casserol dish (or whatever you have) spread out the hashbrown mix evenly.
Lastly, pour the egg mix over the hashbrowns. Add the egg whites until they cover right to the top.
Bake uncovered on 350 (if your oven cooks slow up it to 375 degrees). For 30-45 minutes. It will be golden brown and bubbling.
Let rest for 10 min or so before serving and optional* sprinkle with some additional cheese!
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Enjoy! I’m absolutely going to be prepping this one for a while, I pair it with some fruit, avocado or if I have a really long morning I’ll add some toast and fruit. Prepare yourself to have enough energy to last you through your work morning and a workout if that’s your routine!
with gratitude,
Coach Ari