Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
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4.8
Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole
Description
Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole combines browned ground sausage layered in a baking dish with shredded cheddar, then a mixture of milk, eggs, pepper, onion powder, and salt poured on top. Frozen tater tots cover the surface, and once baked, melted cheese and crumbled bacon are added before a final bake to create a golden crust. The filling sets firmly while remaining moist.
The casserole delivers a savory mix with crispy, browned tater tots complementing the cheesy, custard-like center packed with sausage. Parsley garnish adds a fresh note to the comforting main dish often served for breakfast or brunch.
This casserole can be assembled the night before and baked fresh in the morning, though additional baking time is needed if chilled. Leftover portions reheat well in the oven, maintaining the texture better than microwaving. This recipe steadily guides you to a filling meal great for groups or meal prepping.
Ingredients
- 4 lices Bacon cooked and crumbled
- 1 lb ground sausage no casings
- 2 ½ cups cheddar cheese sharp, shredded, divided
- 2 cups milk whole
- 2 extra large egg or 3 large eggs
- ½ tsp black pepper freshly ground
- ½ tsp onion powder
- pinch salt 1/8 tsp
- 2 lbs tater tots frozen
- 3 TB parsley freshly chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Brown Sausage: In a very large skillet, cook sausage on medium high heat, breaking up the meat and browning it. Once cooked through, drain and layer onto the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking pan. Evenly sprinkle 2 cups of the cheese over cooked sausage.
- Combine Filling: In a large bowl, hand-whisk together the milk, eggs, pepper, onion powder, and salt. Once mixed, pour evenly over the cheese and sausage in baking dish. Layer top with frozen tater tots.
- Bake: When ready to bake, set oven to 350F with rack on lower middle position. Once oven reaches 350F, place uncovered casserole in oven for about 35 minutes*
- Top with additional 1/2 cup cheese, cooked/crumbled bacon, and bake another 5-10 minutes or until sides are bubbling and top is golden brown. Garnish with chopped parsley, let rest at room temp 10 minutes, and serve.
Notes
- The casserole can be fully assembled and refrigerated overnight before baking, but allow extra bake time when starting from chilled.
- Bake time varies depending on the oven; watch for bubbling sides and golden top as doneness cues.
- Serve fresh for best texture, though leftovers reheat well in the oven.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 15Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 234 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 234kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.01g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 27mg | 9% |
| Sodium | 447mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 234mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 246IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 182mg | 18% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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