Keto Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole is a hearty and satisfying dish that brings together the flavors of savory sausage, crispy “hash browns,” and melted cheese. This low-carb and keto-friendly casserole is perfect for starting your day with a filling and delicious meal. With a combination of protein-rich sausage, grated cauliflower as a hash brown substitute, and a cheesy topping, this casserole is sure to become a morning favorite for those following a ketogenic diet. Let’s dive into the recipe!
Recipe: Keto Sausage Hash Brown Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground sausage (choose sugar-free and nitrate-free for keto)
- 4 cups grated cauliflower (to mimic hash browns)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 8 large eggs
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, cook the ground sausage until browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and drain any excess fat.
- Spread the grated cauliflower in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Top with the cooked sausage.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, heavy cream, chopped green onions, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and cauliflower in the baking dish, ensuring even distribution.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the casserole is set and the cheese is melted and golden.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before slicing and serving.
Nutrition Facts:
(serving size: 1/6 of the casserole):
- Calories: 374
- Total Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Cholesterol: 289mg
- Sodium: 585mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 6g
- Dietary Fiber: 2g
- Total Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 21g
