High-Protein Loaded Hash Browns
A hearty breakfast loaded with protein from ground turkey sausage and eggs, perfect for any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Total Time: 60 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
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- 4 cups frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and dried
- 1 pound ground turkey sausage, cooked and drained
- 6 large eggs
- 1 cup low-fat cottage cheese
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- ½ cup chopped green onions or chives
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray for greasing the pan
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Cook the ground turkey sausage in a skillet over medium heat until browned and crumbly, then drain any excess liquid.
- Whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until well blended.
- Fold in the thawed hash browns, cooked sausage, half of the shredded cheese, and chopped green onions until combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
- Top with the remaining shredded cheese.
- Bake uncovered for 40–45 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
- Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing into squares and serving.
Notes
Serve with sour cream or fresh salsa for added flavor.
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