Start your day with the hearty, flavor-packed Hopple Popple German Breakfast Casserole—a comforting dish blending smoky sausage, golden potatoes, vibrant veggies, and creamy cheddar cheese baked to perfection. This quick-prep breakfast casserole is richly satisfying, featuring a medley of sautéed onions, bell peppers, and tender potatoes layered with whisked eggs and finished with a cheesy, golden topping. Perfect for feeding a crowd, this oven-baked classic is seasoned simply with salt, pepper, and fresh parsley, allowing each ingredient to shine. Whether you're planning a weekend brunch or a cozy weekday breakfast, this German-inspired casserole is a warm, savory delight that’s both easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and ground black pepper. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the diced potatoes and cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown and tender.
Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook for another 4-5 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.
Stir in the sliced smoked sausage and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to warm through.
Transfer the potato, vegetable, and sausage mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
Pour the egg mixture over the vegetables and sausage, ensuring everything is well coated.
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set, the cheese is melted, and the top is lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before slicing into portions.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Calories |
3060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 210.0 g | 269% | |
| Saturated Fat | 85.7 g | 428% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1883 mg | 628% | |
| Sodium | 7188 mg | 313% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 151.0 g | 55% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 145.6 g | 291% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.4 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 1700 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 3872 mg | 82% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.