Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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16
servings
1.5 lb

Italian sausage

bulk

24 oz

Cottage cheese

0.5 cup

Green onions

chopped

0.25 cup

Fresh chives

snipped

1.5 cup

Spinach

finely chopped

18 unit

Eggs

0.33 cup

Milk

0.5 tsp

Salt

0.5 tsp

Pepper

2 tbsp

Butter

48 oz

Alfredo sauce

3 tbsp

Dried Italian seasoning

8 unit

Lasagna noodles

oven-ready

4 cup

Frozen shredded hash browns

thawed

3 cup

Shredded mozzarella cheese

Step 1
~4 min

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2
~4 min

In a large skillet, brown the Italian sausage over medium heat.

Step 3
~4 min

Drain any excess fat from the skillet.

Step 4
~4 min

Set the cooked sausage aside.

Step 5
~4 min

In a medium bowl, combine cottage cheese, green onions, chives, spinach, 1 tablespoon of Italian seasoning, and 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.

Step 6
~4 min

Mix well and set aside.

Step 7
~4 min

In a very large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.

Step 8
~4 min

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 9
~4 min

Pour the egg mixture into the skillet.

Step 10
~4 min

Cook without stirring, allowing the mixture to set on the bottom and around the edges.

Step 11
~4 min

Lift and fold the partially cooked egg mixture with a spatula or spoon to allow uncooked portion to flow underneath.

Step 12
~4 min

Continue cooking for 2-3 minutes, or until the eggs are cooked through but still glossy and moist.

Step 13
~4 min

Remove from heat immediately and stir in the cooked sausage.

Step 14
~4 min

In a small bowl, combine the alfredo sauce with 2 tablespoons of Italian seasoning.

Step 15
~4 min

Spread about 3/4 cup of the sauce mixture over the bottom of a 3-quart rectangular baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 16
~4 min

Layer half of the lasagna noodles in the dish, overlapping as necessary to cover the bottom.

Step 17
~4 min

Top with 1/2 cup of the remaining sauce, half of the cottage cheese mixture, half of the thawed hash browns, and half of the scrambled egg and sausage mixture.

Step 18
~4 min

Sprinkle with 1 cup of mozzarella cheese.

Step 19
~4 min

Repeat the layers: lasagna noodles, sauce, cottage cheese mixture, hash browns, scrambled egg & sausage mixture, and mozzarella cheese.

Step 20
~4 min

Top with the remaining sauce.

Step 21
~4 min

Cover the dish with foil.

Step 22
~4 min

Bake for 45 minutes.

Step 23
~4 min

Remove the foil and bake for 15 minutes more, or until heated through and bubbly.

Step 24
~4 min

Let stand for 5 minutes before cutting into portions.

Step 25
~4 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier top, broil for the last few minutes of baking.

Add a layer of ricotta cheese for extra creaminess.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be assembled 1 day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Pair with garlic bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic Bread
Side Salad
Fresh Fruit Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular brunch dish in the US.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter Brunch
Christmas Brunch

Occasion Tags

Brunch
Weekend
Holiday
Family Gathering

Popularity Score

78/100

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