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Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole: A Family Favorite Delight

This Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole is a quick and crowd-pleasing dish made with crispy tater tots, savory sausage, and creamy eggs.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage Substitute with turkey sausage for a healthier option or plant-based sausage for a vegetarian variant.
  • 1 medium Onion Enhances depth of flavor; omit if desired or replace with bell peppers.
  • 1.5 cups Cheddar Cheese Provides a rich, creamy taste; swap for Monterey Jack or another melting cheese.
  • 32 ounces Tater Tots The star ingredient; can use hash browns instead.
  • 6 large Eggs Acts as the binding agent; for a lighter version, use egg whites.
  • 1 cup Milk Helps create a creamy texture; replace with non-dairy milk for lactose-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Optional; omit or use fresh minced garlic if preferred.
Garnish and Extras
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs Such as thyme or chives; optional for garnish.

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage and chopped onions for about 5-7 minutes until browned and onions are translucent.
  3. Spread the cooked sausage and onion mixture evenly in the greased baking dish.
  4. Layer frozen tater tots directly over the sausage mixture without thawing them.
  5. Sprinkle 1.5 cups of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
  6. Whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a mixing bowl; pour evenly over the casserole.
  7. Sprinkle an additional 0.5 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until the eggs are set and tater tots are golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 210mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole can be prepared the night before. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.

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