✓1 (30-ounce) package frozen shredded hash browns, thawed and squeezed dry
✓1 pound ground breakfast sausage
🧅1 small onion, chopped (optional)
🧀2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese, divided
🥚12 large eggs
🥛1 1/2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
🧂1 teaspoon salt
🌶️1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🧅1/2 teaspoon onion powder
✓Fresh chives or parsley, for garnish (optional)