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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole for Easy Mornings

This Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole offers a delightful combination of crispy tater tots and savory sausage, making it a must-try breakfast dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 pound Ground Breakfast Sausage Can substitute with ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 6 large Eggs Essential for structure; no substitutes recommended.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Skim or unsweetened almond milk can be used.
For Flavor
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack for a milder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Can opt for fresh onions if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to taste or add cayenne for spice.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt can be used as alternatives.
For the Topping
  • 1 bag Frozen Tater Tots Can substitute with fresh tater tots.
  • 1 cup Cooked Bacon Use turkey bacon for a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions Can replace with chives.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Baking dish
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cook the sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease and spread in a greased baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the browned sausage evenly.
  3. Whisk together eggs, milk, pepper, onion powder, and salt. Pour over cheese and sausage.
  4. Layer frozen tater tots evenly over the egg mixture.
  5. Preheat oven to 350°F and bake uncovered for about 35 minutes, until edges are bubbling.
  6. After baking, sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon on top. Return to oven for 5-10 minutes until cheese is melted.
  7. Let the casserole rest for 10 minutes before slicing. Garnish with sliced green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be made ahead and stored in the freezer. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or bake from frozen.

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