Cheesy Ham Breakfast Casserole

I made this on a whim since I was having some friends over for breakfast.  I don't do that usually, I am more of a dinner girl.  Never have been much of a breakfast person.  I was caught off guard by this one since it's extremely simple...doesn't call for eggs or anything like that.  However, it was fantastic. I totally believe in butchering this recipe too. It's a great base.  Possibly adding some sausage, mushroom and peppers would be good.

Cheesy Ham Breakfast Casserole


Cooking spray
1 (30 ounce) package frozen hash brown potatoes (I used shredded ones)
8 ounces cooked, diced ham
2 (10.75 ounce) cans condensed cream of potato soup
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper (optional).


Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

Spray a 9x13 inch baking dish with cooking spray.

In a large bowl, mix hash browns, ham, cream of potato soup, sour cream, and Cheddar cheese. Spread evenly into prepared dish.  Add salt and pepper, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Bake 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until bubbly and lightly brown. Serve immediately.

Turned out yummy, and it was a big hit.  I served it with toast, orange juice and fresh strawberries.