Biscuits and Gravy Hashbrown Casserole

ByUsman

This Biscuits and Gravy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole is a warm, hearty, and crowd-pleasing dish. It’s layered with crispy hashbrowns, creamy homemade sausage gravy, fluffy eggs, gooey cheese, and buttery biscuits baked until golden.

It’s the kind of recipe that’s perfect for family brunches, holiday mornings, or even a make-ahead breakfast for busy weekdays. Every bite is full of comfort and flavor—crispy potatoes, savory gravy, cheesy goodness, and fluffy biscuits all in one dish.

Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 1 lb breakfast sausage
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 (26-ounce) package frozen hashbrowns
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 can refrigerated biscuits (8-count)

How to Make It

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a skillet, cook the sausage until browned. Stir in flour, then slowly add 2 cups of milk. Cook until it thickens into gravy. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. Spread frozen hashbrowns into the baking dish. Pour sausage gravy over the top.
  4. Sprinkle cheddar cheese evenly.
  5. In a bowl, whisk eggs, 1/2 cup milk, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour over the casserole.
  6. Cut biscuits into quarters and place on top.
  7. Bake uncovered for 35–40 minutes until eggs are set and biscuits are golden.
  8. Let it rest for 5–10 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Servings: 8
Calories: About 480 per serving

Why This Recipe Works

This casserole is a complete meal in one dish. The crispy hashbrowns make the base, the creamy sausage gravy adds richness, the eggs help everything set, the cheese brings gooey goodness, and the biscuits puff up perfectly on top. It’s filling, flavorful, and easy to serve to a crowd.

A Little History

Biscuits and gravy started in the American South as a simple, inexpensive meal. Cooks made gravy with sausage drippings, flour, and milk, then poured it over fresh biscuits. Adding hashbrowns, eggs, and cheese turned it into the layered breakfast bake we enjoy today.

Tips for the Best Casserole

  • Don’t skip the flour—it thickens the gravy.
  • Keep biscuit dough cold for fluffy results.
  • Always let the casserole rest before cutting—it helps the layers set.
  • Try freezing small spoonfuls of gravy ahead of time to make prep even easier.

When to Serve It

This recipe works for many occasions:

  • Holiday mornings (Christmas, Easter, Thanksgiving)
  • Weekend family brunch
  • Potluck breakfasts
  • Make-ahead weekday meals
  • Even breakfast-for-dinner nights

Make It Your Own

This recipe is easy to customize:

  • Add veggies like mushrooms, spinach, or bell peppers.
  • Swap cheddar for pepper jack or mozzarella.
  • Use turkey sausage for a lighter version.
  • Try a gluten-free biscuit or hashbrown option.

Final Thoughts

The Biscuits and Gravy Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole is the perfect mix of Southern comfort and easy prep. It’s hearty, cheesy, savory, and loved by all ages. Make it once, and it’ll quickly become a favorite at your table.

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