“My go-to church potluck dish! Everyone loves it”

Instructions:

1. When ready to bake, preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Arrange the frozen shredded hash brown potatoes in an even layer in the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish.
3. Sprinkle the grated Monterey Jack cheese evenly over the potatoes.
4. Distribute the diced ham over the cheese layer.
5. Scatter the chopped green onions over the ham.
6. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs, evaporated milk, garlic salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
7. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the ingredients in the baking dish.
8. At this point, you can cover the dish and refrigerate it for up to overnight if desired.
9. If chilled: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until the center is set, about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
10. If baking unchilled: Bake uncovered in the preheated oven until the center is set, about 1 hour and 15 minutes.
11. Let the casserole stand for a few minutes before serving.