Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
A hearty and comforting breakfast casserole combining crispy tater tots, eggs, savory sausage, and melted cheese, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 16 ounces Frozen tater tots Use high-quality brands for best texture.
- 8 large Eggs Essential for holding the casserole together.
- 2 cups Shredded cheese Mix cheddar and colby jack for flavor.
- 1 pound Breakfast sausage Cooked until golden.
- 1 cup Milk Whole milk preferred for creaminess.
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper Adjust to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Prepare a 9x13 inch baking dish by greasing it with butter or cooking spray.
- Cook the breakfast sausage in a skillet until golden and crispy. Drain excess grease.
Layering
- Spread the cooked sausage evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
- Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour the egg mixture over the sausage.
- Sprinkle with shredded cheese.
- Top with frozen tater tots evenly across the top.
Baking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes, until the center is set and the top is golden brown.
- Allow to rest for 5-10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Customize with your choice of cheese, meats, or vegetables. Can be assembled the night before without tots and baked in the morning.