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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole: Cheesy, Easy Morning Delight

This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a cheesy and comforting dish that is perfect for busy mornings and crowd-pleasing gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Casserole Base
  • 1 lb Ground Breakfast Sausage Substitute with turkey sausage for a lighter option.
  • 2 cups Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese Mozzarella or Monterey Jack works as alternatives.
  • 1 cup Whole Milk Can be substituted with 2% milk or a non-dairy alternative.
  • 6 large Eggs Consider flax eggs for a vegan version.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground pepper recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Use fresh diced onion or shallots as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to dietary needs.
Topping
  • 1 package Frozen Tater Tots Diced hash browns can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 cup Bacon Consider turkey or vegetarian bacon for alternatives.
Garnish
  • 1 bunch Green Onions Chives can be used as a substitute, or omit if unavailable.

Equipment

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

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet, brown the ground breakfast sausage for 5-7 minutes. Drain excess grease.
  3. Spread the browned sausage across the bottom of the baking dish and sprinkle 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together 6 large eggs, 1 cup of whole milk, pepper, onion powder, and salt. Pour this over the sausage and cheese layers.
  5. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the casserole.
  6. Optional: Cover tightly with aluminum foil and refrigerate if preparing ahead of time.
  7. Uncover the casserole and bake in the preheated oven for about 35 minutes.
  8. After 35 minutes, sprinkle remaining cheese and crumbled bacon on top and bake for an additional 5-10 minutes.
  9. Garnish with sliced green onions and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 180mgSodium: 680mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Allow casserole to set for 10 minutes after baking for easier serving. Use appropriate milk substitutes to achieve desired creaminess without excessive liquid that causes sogginess. Freeze unbaked casserole for up to 3 months for easy meal prep.

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