Delicious Sausage Hashbrown Casserole (Easy Make-Ahead Brunch) - My Home Made Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450 g) breakfast sausage, mild or hot
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 small red bell pepper, diced
• 1 package (30 oz or 850 g) frozen shredded hashbrowns, thawed and squeezed dry
• 8 large eggs
• 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
• 1/2 cup (120 g) sour cream
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 2 cups (225 g) shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions, optional
• Hot sauce or salsa, optional for serving