Cheesy Wagon Wheel Sausage & Hash Brown Bake
This Cheesy Wagon Wheel Sausage & Hash Brown Bake is a delightful combination of savory flavors and comforting textures that the whole family will love. Not just a dish for brunch, it's also perfect for lunch or dinner. The crunchy hash browns, creamy cheese mixture, and flavorful sausage come together to create a meal that's both satisfying and easy to prepare. With a touch of green onions for freshness and a rich, cheesy topping, this pie is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Enjoy it any time of day for a heartwarming experience!
6
Servings
300
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Frozen breakfast pork sausage links
12 ounces (Cooked and drained)
Frozen hash brown potatoes
3 cups (Loose-packed)
Chopped green onion
1/2 cup (With tops)
Milk
2 tablespoons (For cream cheese mixture)
Salt
1/2 teaspoon (To season)
Pepper
1/4 teaspoon (To season)
Cream cheese
8 ounces (Softened)
Bisquick baking mix
3/4 cup (As needed)
Milk
1/3 cup (For batter)
Eggs
2 (Beaten)
Shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup (For topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C).
2
In a skillet, cook the breakfast sausage links over medium heat until they are lightly browned. Drain any excess fat and set aside.
3
Generously grease a 10 x 1 1/2 inch pie plate with cooking spray or butter.
4
Spread the frozen hash brown potatoes evenly across the bottom of the prepared pie plate.
5
In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped green onion, 2 tablespoons of milk, salt, pepper, and softened cream cheese until well combined. Spread this mixture evenly over the hash browns.
6
Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese on top of the cream cheese mixture.
7
Place the cooked sausage links in a 'spoke' fashion on top of the cheese layer.
8
In a separate bowl, whisk together the Bisquick baking mix, 1/3 cup of milk, and the beaten eggs until the mixture is almost smooth, about 1 minute. Carefully pour this mixture around the sausages in the pie plate.
9
Bake the pie uncovered in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are light brown and the center is set.
10
For high altitude (3500 to 6500 feet), heat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the potatoes in the pie plate and bake for 10 minutes before following the same instructions; bake for about 25 minutes or until set.
Nutrition Information
16.5g
Fat
22g
Carbs
13g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cheesy Wagon Wheel Sausage & Hash Brown Bake?
It is a savory dish featuring crunchy hash browns, a creamy cheese mixture, and breakfast sausage links arranged in a wheel pattern, topped with a Bisquick batter.
Which meal category does this recipe fall into?
While perfect for brunch, this dish is also suitable for lunch or dinner.
How many servings does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 6 servings.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 300 calories.
What size pie plate should I use?
A 10 x 1 1/2 inch pie plate is recommended for this bake.
What is the standard oven temperature for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 400°F (205°C).
How should I prepare the breakfast sausage links?
Cook the 12 ounces of sausage links in a skillet over medium heat until lightly browned, then drain the excess fat.
Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen hash browns?
The recipe specifically calls for 3 cups of loose-packed frozen hash brown potatoes for the correct texture.
How is the cream cheese mixture prepared?
Mix 8 ounces of softened cream cheese with 1/2 cup chopped green onion, 2 tablespoons of milk, salt, and pepper.
What type of cheese is used for the topping?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
What does 'spoke' fashion mean for the sausages?
It means placing the sausage links pointing from the center of the dish outward, like the spokes of a wagon wheel.
How do I make the Bisquick batter?
Whisk 3/4 cup Bisquick baking mix, 1/3 cup milk, and 2 beaten eggs together for about 1 minute until almost smooth.
How long should I bake the dish?
Bake uncovered for 25 to 30 minutes.
How do I know when the bake is finished?
The edges should be light brown and the center should be set.
What are the adjustments for high altitude (3500 to 6500 feet)?
Increase the oven temperature to 425°F and pre-bake the hash browns in the pie plate for 10 minutes before adding other ingredients.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 13 grams of protein per serving.
How much fat is in one serving?
Each serving contains 16.5 grams of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in this dish?
There are 22 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
Should the pie plate be greased?
Yes, generously grease the pie plate with cooking spray or butter before adding ingredients.
Do I need to cook the hash browns before assembly?
At standard altitude, you spread the frozen hash browns directly into the plate; at high altitude, you pre-bake them for 10 minutes.
What ingredients are in the Bisquick mixture?
The mixture consists of Bisquick baking mix, 1/3 cup of milk, and two beaten eggs.
Can I substitute the pork sausage?
While the recipe calls for pork sausage, you could use turkey sausage links as an alternative.
What is the purpose of the green onions?
The green onions provide freshness and flavor to the cream cheese layer.
Is this recipe easy to prepare?
Yes, it is described as both satisfying and easy to prepare, making it a great family meal.
Where do I pour the egg and Bisquick mixture?
Carefully pour the whisked mixture around the sausages in the pie plate.
How much salt and pepper is required?
The recipe uses 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of pepper.
Should I cover the dish while baking?
No, the instructions state to bake the pie uncovered.
What gives the dish its 'creamy' texture?
The combination of 8 ounces of softened cream cheese and milk creates the creamy middle layer.
Is this dish suitable for kids?
Yes, it is described as a delightful combination of flavors that the whole family will love.
How many ingredients are needed in total?
There are 11 total ingredients required for this recipe.