Description
Hearty Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole delivers comforting morning magic with layers of crispy potatoes, savory eggs, and melted cheese. Packed with protein and flavor, this crowd-pleasing dish brings smiles to breakfast tables everywhere you gather.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) bulk ground breakfast sausage
- 10 large eggs
Vegetables:
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
Dairy and Potato Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups (340 grams) shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 1/2 cups (340 grams) shredded pepper jack cheese
- 1 cup (237 milliliters) whole milk
- 2 pounds (907 grams) frozen tater tots
Seasoning:
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the baking environment by heating the oven to 350°F (175°C) and coating a 9×13-inch dish with nonstick spray to prevent sticking.
- Transform ground breakfast sausage into a flavorful base by browning it in a large skillet, gradually incorporating diced onions and bell peppers until the meat is fully cooked and vegetables are tender.
- Create a foundation layer of frozen tater tots across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, establishing a crispy base for the casserole.
- Distribute half of the cheddar and pepper jack cheeses evenly over the tater tot layer, creating a preliminary cheese barrier.
- Craft a silky egg mixture by whisking milk, eggs, salt, and black pepper together, ensuring a smooth and well-seasoned liquid foundation.
- Gently pour the egg mixture over the initial cheese layer, allowing it to seep between the tater tots and create a custardy texture.
- Spread the seasoned sausage and vegetable mixture uniformly across the egg layer, ensuring consistent flavor distribution throughout the casserole.
- Complete the casserole by arranging remaining tater tots on top and generously sprinkling the remaining cheese to create a golden, crispy surface.
- Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake for 30 minutes, then remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 25 minutes until the cheese is melted and the casserole is fully set.
- Allow the casserole to rest for 10 minutes after removing from the oven, which helps the ingredients settle and makes slicing easier.
Notes
- Choose high-quality sausage with robust flavor to elevate the entire dish’s taste profile.
- Layer tater tots carefully to ensure even coverage and crispy texture throughout the casserole.
- Consider using sweet bell peppers for added color and subtle sweetness that complements the savory sausage.
- For vegetarian version, substitute sausage with plant-based crumbles or roasted mushrooms for similar hearty texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 55 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 830 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg