Campground Dutch Oven Breakfast Casserole

There’s nothing better than waking up at the campground to the smell of a warm, hearty breakfast! Whether you’re cooking over the campfire or enjoying a slow morning at your campsite, this Dutch oven breakfast casserole is an easy way to feed the whole family. Packed with eggs, sausage, potatoes, and melted cheese, it’s a filling breakfast that will have everyone coming back for seconds!

Ingredients

• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 1 package (about 20 oz) frozen diced hash brown potatoes, thawed
• 8 large eggs
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 small onion, diced
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon butter or cooking oil

Instructions

1. Prepare your Dutch oven.

Lightly grease the inside of your Dutch oven with butter or cooking oil to prevent sticking.

2. Cook the sausage.

Brown the breakfast sausage in the Dutch oven over hot coals until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.

3. Add the vegetables and potatoes.

Stir in the diced onion, bell pepper, and hash browns. Cook for a few minutes until everything is evenly combined.

4. Mix the eggs.

In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

5. Assemble the casserole.

Pour the egg mixture evenly over the sausage and potatoes. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the top.

6. Cook over the campfire.

Cover the Dutch oven with its lid and place it over hot coals. Add additional hot coals to the lid for even cooking. Bake for approximately 30–40 minutes, checking periodically, until the eggs are fully set and the center reaches 160°F.

7. Serve and enjoy!

Let the casserole rest for a few minutes before serving. Scoop onto plates and enjoy a warm, filling breakfast right at your campsite!

Tips for Making It at the Campground

• Prep ahead: Chop your vegetables and cook your sausage at home to save time at the campsite.
• Use a liner: A Dutch oven liner makes cleanup much easier.
• Change it up: Add bacon, ham, mushrooms, or your favorite vegetables.
• Make it your own: Try pepper jack cheese for a little extra kick.
• Watch your heat: Rotate your Dutch oven and lid occasionally for more even cooking.

A Breakfast Worth Waking Up For!

Camping mornings are made for good food, fresh air, and time spent together at Kiefer Campgrounds. This Dutch oven breakfast casserole makes it easy to bring a little homemade comfort to your campsite.

So grab your ingredients, fire up the Dutch oven, and start your camping morning with something delicious!