Overnight Breakfast Casserole Southwest Style Recipes

OVERNIGHT SLOW COOKER BREAKFAST CASSEROLE

Steps:

• Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray.
• In medium bowl combine eggs and cream; whisk until well combined. Sprinkle onion powder, salt and both peppers over egg mixture while whisking. Whisk until completely combined. Set aside.
• In slow cooker, combine hash browns and about 1/2 of each of Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, sausage, sun-dried tomatoes and basil. Using fingers, gently toss until combined. Pour egg mixture over top; if necessary use spatula to smooth out top.
• Set aside about 1/2 of remaining mozzarella cheese (approximately 2 ounces). Sprinkle remaining ingredients over top of casserole. Cover slow cooker and cook for 6-8 hours on low or until center is cooked through. A thermometer inserted into center should read 160 degrees F.
• Sprinkle casserole with remaining cheese, serve and enjoy!

OVERNIGHT BREAKFAST CASSEROLE - SOUTHWEST STYLE

Steps:

• 1. Spray a 6-quart crock pot with nonstick spray (or add crock pot liner to slow cooker crockery).
• 2. Heat water into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add sausages and cook 6 to 7 minutes or until water has evaporated. Reduce heat to medium-low, and cook another 6 to 7 minutes or until pork juice runs clear, turning frequently for even cooking. When sausage is fully cooked, cut into bite-size pieces; set aside.
• 3. In a large bowl, thoroughly mix together the green onions, bell peppers, chilies and cilantro; set aside.
• 4. Layer 1/3 of the hash browns, sausage bits, green onion mixture and cheese. Repeat layers two more times.
• 5. In a separate bowl, beat eggs with the milk, salt and pepper. Pour egg mixture over the top of the casserole.
• 6. Cover crock pot, set heat level to Low, and cook for 7 to 8 hours (internal temperature should reach 160°F). Garnish each serving with a generous spoonful of salsa and a slice of avocado on the side, if desired.