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Sausage Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Sausage Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
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Sausage Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a savory, hearty, and easy-to-prepare dish combining crispy golden tater tots, flavorful ground sausage, eggs, and melted cheese. Perfect for busy mornings, this comforting casserole is family-friendly, customizable, and can be prepared ahead of time, delivering a warm and satisfying breakfast that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 lb ground sausage (breakfast sausage recommended)
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a combination)
  • 1 cup milk or cream
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup diced peppers (red, green, or yellow) or any preferred vegetables
  • 1 cup chopped spinach, kale, or broccoli
  • Jalapeños or cayenne pepper for spice
  • Alternate cheese options: pepper jack, feta
  • Plant-based crumble or sautéed mushrooms (for vegetarian version)

Instructions

  1. Brown the sausage: Start by cooking the ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat until nicely browned and cooked through, breaking it apart as it cooks for even flavor distribution.
  2. Prepare the egg mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk or cream, salt, pepper, and any chopped onion or garlic to create a rich and savory custard base.
  3. Layer the casserole: In a greased baking dish, spread a layer of frozen tater tots evenly across the bottom, followed by the cooked sausage, then sprinkle shredded cheese on top.
  4. Pour the egg mixture: Carefully pour the egg mixture over the assembled layers, ensuring it seeps evenly around the sausage and tots for consistent flavor and texture.
  5. Bake to golden perfection: Bake the casserole at 350°F (175°C) for about 45 minutes or until the eggs are fully set and the tater tots are golden and crisp on top.
  6. Let it rest: Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving to help it firm up and make slicing easier.

Notes

  • Use quality sausage with balanced seasoning for best flavor.
  • Do not thaw tater tots before baking; use them frozen to retain crispiness.
  • Mix cheeses such as sharp cheddar and mozzarella for added depth and gooey texture.
  • Let the casserole rest after baking to help eggs fully set and flavors meld.
  • If adding vegetables, sauté them first to avoid excess moisture that can sog the casserole.

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