Wake up to the hearty and satisfying flavors of the countryside with our Sausage, Egg, and Cheddar Farmer’s Breakfast! This robust meal is perfect for starting any day with energy and satisfaction. Packed with juicy, savory sausage, perfectly cooked eggs, and melted cheddar cheese, it’s a classic combination that’ll bring the warmth and goodness of farmhouse cooking right to your table. Whether you’re gearing up for a busy day ahead or savoring a slow morning, this farmer’s breakfast is sure to fulfill your cravings and leave you feeling content. Dive into this delicious, easy-to-make dish and taste the difference quality ingredients and simple pleasures can make in your morning routine.
Estimated Cooking Time:
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Serving Size: makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
- 6 large eggs
- 1/3 cup 2% milk
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 6 ounces bulk pork sausage
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1-1/2 cups frozen cubed hash brown potatoes, thawed
- 1/4 cup chopped onion
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: Cooked crumbled bacon, minced chives and halved cherry tomatoes
Cooking Instructions
- Step 1: Whisk eggs, milk, parsley and salt; set aside. In a 9-in. cast-iron or other heavy skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink; remove and drain. In same skillet, heat butter over medium heat. Add potatoes and onion; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Return sausage to pan.
- Step 2: Add the egg mixture; cook and stir until almost set. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted. If desired, top with bacon, chives and cherry tomatoes.
Test Kitchen Tips
- If you don’t have frozen hash brown potatoes handy, use parcooked cubed potatoes
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
1 cup: 330 calories, 24g fat (11g saturated fat), 364mg cholesterol, 612mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 1g fiber), 20g protein.
