How to Make Slow Cooker Breakfast - A Step-by-Step Guide

Breakfast is often referred to as the most important meal of the day, and for good reason. It kick-starts your metabolism and provides you with the energy you need to tackle the day ahead. But, let's face it, mornings can be chaotic and finding the time to prepare a nutritious breakfast can be a challenge. That's where the slow cooker comes in handy.

Slow Cooker Breakfast is a game changer when it comes to morning meals. This recipe allows you to prepare a wholesome and hearty breakfa...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 (26 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes, thawed
  • 1 (16 ounce) package bulk pork sausage
  • 1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese
  • 12 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 tablespoon ground mustard
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 6 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 6 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Spray the crock of your slow cooker with cooking spray. Spread hash brown potatoes into the bottom of the crock.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir sausage in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; drain and discard grease. Spread sausage over the hash brown potatoes; top with Cheddar cheese.
  • Beat eggs and milk together in a large bowl; add ground mustard and generously season with salt and pepper. Mix seasonings thoroughly into the egg mixture; pour over the cheese layer in the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low for 6 to 8 hours.
  • Nutrition

    382 cal.

    • Total Fat: 30g
    • Saturated Fat: 14g
    • Cholesterol: 249mg
    • Sodium: 680mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 13g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 6mg
    • Calcium: 334mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 508mg