Ingredients:
1 pound ground sausage (or breakfast sausage)
4 cups diced potatoes (or frozen hash browns)
1 small onion, chopped
2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a blend)
1 can cream of mushroom or cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup milk
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped green onions for garnish
Butter for greasing the dish
MIX:
Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a large baking dish with butter.
Cook the sausage: In a large skillet, cook the sausage over medium heat until browned. Break it up into small pieces as it cooks. Drain off any excess fat and set aside.
Prepare the potatoes: If using fresh potatoes, boil them until slightly tender, about 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. If using frozen hash browns, there is no need to precook them.
Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the cooked sausage, potatoes, chopped onion, shredded cheese, soup, sour cream, and milk. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Assembly: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden brown and bubbly.
Garnish and serve: Once cooked, remove from the oven and let stand for a few minutes. Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Enjoy!