Overnight Tex-Mex Egg Bake

Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Overnight Tex-Mex Egg Bake
565 min.
10
386kcal

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Are you looking for a delicious and satisfying dish that will please a crowd? Look no further than this Overnight Tex-Mex Egg Bake! Perfect for brunch, lunch, or dinner, this gluten-free recipe combines the bold flavors of spicy pork sausage, zesty green chiles, and gooey Colby-Monterey Jack cheese, all layered over crispy southern-style hash browns. It's a hearty meal that’s not only easy to prepare but also packed with protein to keep you energized throughout the day.

What makes this dish truly special is its convenience. You can prepare it the night before, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully while you sleep. Simply assemble the ingredients in a glass baking dish, cover, and refrigerate. The next morning, all you have to do is pop it in the oven, and in less than an hour, you’ll have a warm, comforting meal ready to serve. Whether you’re hosting a weekend gathering or just want to treat your family to something special, this egg bake is sure to impress.

Serve it with a side of your favorite salsa for an extra kick, and watch as everyone goes back for seconds. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, this Overnight Tex-Mex Egg Bake is bound to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!

Ingredients

  • 12 oz pork sausage 
  • 4.5 ounces chilis green undrained chopped old el paso® canned
  • 12 oz monterrey jack cheese shredded
  •  eggs 
  • cups hash browns frozen southern-style (from 32-oz bag)
  • 1.5 cups milk 
  • cup salsa thick old el paso®
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • knife
  • whisk
  • baking pan
  • glass baking pan

Directions

  1. Spray 13x9-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. In 10-inch skillet, cook sausage over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until no longer pink.
  2. Drain on paper towel.
  3. Spread frozen potatoes in baking dish.
  4. Sprinkle with sausage, green chiles and 1 1/2 cups of the cheese. In medium bowl, beat eggs, milk and salt with fork or wire whisk until well blended.
  5. Pour over potato mixture.
  6. Sprinkle with remaining 1 1/2 cups cheese. Cover and refrigerate at least 8 hours but no longer than 12 hours.
  7. Heat oven to 350°F.
  8. Bake uncovered 50 to 60 minutes or until knife inserted near center comes out clean.
  9. Let stand 10 minutes.
  10. Cut into squares.
  11. Serve with salsa.

Nutrition Facts

Calories386kcal
Protein21.23%
Fat55.01%
Carbs23.76%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.4
Glycemic Load
6.02
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
14.382608652115%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:386.34kcal
19.32%
Fat:23.75g
36.54%
Saturated Fat:11.18g
69.86%
Carbohydrates:23.08g
7.69%
Net Carbohydrates:20.92g
7.61%
Sugar:3.02g
3.35%
Cholesterol:157.37mg
52.46%
Sodium:774.32mg
33.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.62g
41.25%
Phosphorus:345.28mg
34.53%
Calcium:339.06mg
33.91%
Vitamin B2:0.37mg
21.89%
Selenium:14.32µg
20.46%
Vitamin B3:3.81mg
19.04%
Vitamin B6:0.35mg
17.53%
Zinc:2.53mg
16.89%
Vitamin B12:1µg
16.74%
Potassium:584.01mg
16.69%
Vitamin C:13.71mg
16.61%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.13%
Iron:2.39mg
13.29%
Vitamin A:629.85IU
12.6%
Vitamin B5:1.24mg
12.43%
Vitamin D:1.58µg
10.51%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.86%
Magnesium:37.47mg
9.37%
Copper:0.17mg
8.68%
Fiber:2.15g
8.62%
Folate:31µg
7.75%
Vitamin E:0.77mg
5.11%
Vitamin K:2.27µg
2.16%