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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with nonstick spray or butter.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, cook breakfast sausage, breaking it into crumbles, until thoroughly browned. Drain off any excess fat.
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Add chopped onion to the same skillet and sauté over medium heat until softened and translucent.
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Spread thawed hash browns evenly in the prepared baking dish. Distribute sausage and sautéed onion mixture over the hash browns. Sprinkle with 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese.
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In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt, black pepper, and paprika until fully blended.
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Pour the egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
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Evenly sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
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Bake uncovered for 35 to 40 minutes, or until eggs are set and cheese is melted and lightly golden.
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Allow bake to rest for several minutes before slicing, ensuring clean portions are served.