I always use Kosher salt in my kitchen! If using table salt, start with half the amount and adjust to taste, as it is much "saltier" by volume.
Instructions
Preheat an oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9x13 pan.
In a large skillet over medium heat brown the breakfast sausage. Crumble the sausage as it cooks. Remove from the pan and drain. Set aside until needed.
In the same pan add in 2 tablespoons of oil. Evenly spread the shredded potatoes in the pan. Season with ½ teaspoon of salt and your desired amount of pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, flip then cook for another 5 minutes. The potatoes are just being partially cooked, they will continue cooking when baked.
Remove the potatoes from the pan, set aside to cool while you put together the milk mixture.
In a large bowl combine the milk and eggs. Season with the remaining ½ teaspoon of salt your desired amount of pepper. Whisk to fully combine.
Evenly spread the potatoes over the bottom of the prepared pan. Sprinkle over the sausage. Pour over the egg and milk mixture and top with the remaining cheese.
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the center is set. Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!