Vegan Breakfast Casserole
Ingredients
- Non-stick cooking spray
- 1 28-ounce package frozen hash brown potatoes
- 16 ounces vegan breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup yellow onion
diced
- 1 red bell pepper
seeded and chopped
- 1 green bell pepper
seeded and chopped
- 2 cups vegan cheddar cheese
shredded
- 1 12-ounce bottle vegan liquid egg substitute
recommend Just Egg brand
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- 2
In a large deep skillet, cook the hash browns according to package directions. Arrange the cooked hash browns in the prepared baking dish, creating the bottom layer of the casserole.
- 3
Using the same skillet, cook the sausage according to its package directions. Halfway through the cooking time, add the onion and bell peppers. Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, until sausage is done. Spread the sausage and peppers mixture over the hash browns to form the second layer of the casserole.
- 4
For the top layer, sprinkle with cheddar cheese to cover the entire casserole.
- 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the liquid egg substitute, garlic powder, and black pepper. Pour evenly over the casserole.
- 6
Bake, uncovered, for 40 minutes. Allow to stand 10-15 minutes then serve warm.
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About this Recipe
Searching for a hearty, comforting breakfast that's effortlessly delicious and entirely plant-based? This Vegan Breakfast Casserole is your answer, making any morning feel special, especially for festive occasions like Christmas brunch or a leisurely weekend gathering. It's designed to bring joy to your table without the fuss.
What makes this recipe a standout is its clever combination of familiar, comforting flavors in a convenient casserole format. With savory vegan breakfast sausage, crispy hash browns, and colorful bell peppers, all bound by a plant-based egg substitute and topped with gooey vegan cheddar, you get a satisfying meal that serves a crowd with minimal effort.
You're in for a truly delightful breakfast experience. Expect a robust, savory casserole with a satisfying blend of textures: the crisp edges of hash browns, the tender bite of diced yellow onion and vibrant red and green bell peppers, and the rich, umami notes of vegan sausage. Every forkful offers that perfect cheesy, eggy goodness, making it a filling and flavorful start to your day. This impressive dish naturally yields 8 servings, ensuring everyone gets a generous portion of plant-based comfort.
Feel free to customize this vegan breakfast casserole to your taste. While red and green bell peppers offer great color and flavor, you could experiment with using different colors of bell peppers for a slightly varied sweet note. You can also vary the type of vegan breakfast sausage to explore different spice profiles, from mild to peppery. For an extra layer of flavor, consider using a blend of vegan cheddar with another variety, like a smoked vegan gouda.
This Vegan Breakfast Casserole is the quintessential centerpiece for any festive gathering, from a relaxed weekend brunch to a joyful Christmas morning. Serve it warm straight from the oven, perhaps with a side of fresh fruit for a touch of brightness, to complete a memorable meal.