Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipe

This hearty Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole combines crispy tater tots, eggs, cheese, and your favorite breakfast meats for an easy, crowd-pleasing dish. Perfect for brunches, holidays, or meal prep!

Ingredients

  • 1 lb breakfast sausage (or bacon, cooked and crumbled)
  • 6 large eggs
  • 2 cups milk (whole or 2%)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese blend)
  • 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Oven:
    Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
  2. Cook the Sausage:
    In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and crumbled. Drain excess grease and set aside.
  3. Mix the Egg Mixture:
    In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
  4. Assemble the Casserole:
    • Spread the cooked sausage evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
    • Sprinkle 1 1/2 cups of the shredded cheese over the sausage.
    • Arrange the tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
  5. Add the Egg Mixture:
    Pour the egg mixture evenly over the tater tots and sausage.
  6. Top with Cheese:
    Sprinkle the remaining 1/2 cup of cheese over the top.
  7. Bake:
    Bake uncovered for 35–45 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tater tots are golden and crispy.
  8. Cool and Serve:
    Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve warm with your favorite breakfast sides or toppings.

Topping Suggestions

  • Chopped green onions or chives
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Salsa or hot sauce

Make-Ahead Instructions

  • Prepare Ahead: Assemble the casserole the night before, cover, and refrigerate. In the morning, bake as directed (add an extra 5–10 minutes to the bake time).
  • Freeze for Later: Assemble, wrap tightly in plastic wrap and foil, and freeze. Bake from frozen at 375°F, adding 15–20 minutes to the bake time.

Would you like a vegetarian or dairy-free version of this recipe?

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