Description

This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, comforting dish perfect for brunch or a family breakfast. Layers of crispy tater tots, savory breakfast sausage, and melted cheddar cheese are baked with a fluffy egg and milk mixture to create a flavorful and satisfying meal that serves six.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

1 lb breakfast sausage (or chicken/lamb sausage)
1 (32-ounce) package frozen tater tots
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
8 large eggs
1 cup milk (whole or 2%)
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Add-ins

Diced onions
Bell peppers
Mushrooms
Spinach
Herbs (e.g., parsley, chives)

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Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prepare it for the casserole.
Cook the Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain any excess fat and set the cooked sausage aside.
Layer the Casserole: Spread the frozen tater tots evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a crispy base layer.
Add Sausage and Cheese: Sprinkle the cooked sausage evenly over the tater tots, then top with the shredded cheddar cheese to add richness and flavor.
Whisk the Eggs: In a bowl, vigorously whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper until fully combined. Pour this egg mixture evenly over the layered ingredients in the baking dish.
Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the top is golden brown and bubbly.
Serve and Enjoy: Allow the casserole to cool slightly before serving. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs or a dash of hot sauce for extra flavor.

Notes

For a lighter version, use lower-fat milk or reduce the amount of cheese.
You can customize the casserole by adding diced onions, bell peppers, mushrooms, spinach, or fresh herbs.
Ensure the sausage is fully cooked and drained of excess fat to avoid greasiness in the casserole.
Letting the casserole rest briefly after baking helps it set and makes serving easier.
This casserole is great for meal prepping and can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.