An Easy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is the perfect dish for a quick and satisfying breakfast or brunch. It’s hearty, cheesy, and full of flavor. Here’s a simple recipe you can whip up:
Easy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipe
Ingredients:
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 lb breakfast sausage (you can use mild or spicy, or even turkey sausage for a lighter option)
- 1/2 cup diced onion (optional)
- 1 bell pepper (diced, optional)
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk (whole or 2%)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika (optional)
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with non-stick spray or butter.
2. Cook the Sausage:
- In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart as it cooks. If you’re adding onions and bell peppers, add them in with the sausage and sauté until the sausage is fully cooked and the vegetables are softened, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the sausage is cooked, drain any excess grease if necessary, and set the skillet aside.
3. Prepare the Egg Mixture:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
4. Assemble the Casserole:
- Layer the frozen tater tots evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Spread the cooked sausage mixture evenly over the tater tots.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and tater tots, making sure everything is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese on top.
5. Bake:
- Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
- After 25 minutes, remove the foil and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is set, golden brown on top, and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
6. Serve:
- Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing.
- Garnish with chopped green onions or parsley for extra color and flavor.
Tips:
- You can add extra ingredients like mushrooms, spinach, or bacon for variety.
- If you want to make it ahead of time, you can assemble the casserole the night before, cover it, and refrigerate overnight. In the morning, just bake it as directed.
- Feel free to use any type of cheese you prefer (pepper jack for a kick, or mozzarella for a milder flavor).
Enjoy your Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole – it’s sure to be a hit with family and friends!