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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipe
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4.9 from 15 reviews

This hearty Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole combines savory sausage, crispy bacon, tender onions and bell peppers, melted cheese, and a creamy egg mixture baked to golden perfection with crispy tater tots. Perfect for family breakfasts or brunch gatherings, this casserole is easy to prepare and packed with comforting flavors that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Vegetables and Meat

  • Cooking spray
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped, divided

Seasonings and Spices

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided

Dairy

  • 2 cups shredded Colby-Cheddar or Colby-Jack cheese, divided
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups milk of choice (we used 2%)

Frozen Goods

  • 1 (28-ounce or two 16-ounce) package frozen tater tots or crispy crowns

Optional Serving Ingredients

  • Sour cream
  • Sliced green onions
  • Hot sauce
  • Additional cooked chopped bacon

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Mist a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside.
  2. Cook Sausage and Vegetables. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once hot, mist the surface with cooking spray and add the diced onion, bell pepper, and ground breakfast sausage. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the sausage is cooked through, about 8-10 minutes. Season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper, stirring until well mixed.
  3. Mix in Bacon and Transfer. Stir 4 slices of the chopped bacon into the sausage and vegetable mixture, then transfer everything to the prepared baking dish.
  4. Add Cheese and Tater Tots. Add 1 cup of shredded cheese and the entire package(s) of frozen tater tots to the baking dish. Toss gently to combine and spread ingredients evenly.
  5. Prepare Egg Mixture. In a medium bowl or large glass measuring cup, whisk together the eggs and milk until smooth. Season with the remaining ½ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Combine and Layer. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the baking dish ingredients. Top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese and the remaining 2 slices of chopped cooked bacon.
  7. Bake. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is lightly browned. Begin checking doneness at 25 minutes and add more time as needed.
  8. Optional Broil for Crispiness. For a crispier top, turn on the oven broiler to High and broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
  9. Garnish and Serve. If desired, garnish individual servings with a dollop of sour cream, sliced green onions, hot sauce, or extra chopped cooked bacon before serving.

Notes

  • You can substitute turkey sausage for a lighter option, or use vegetarian sausage to make it meat-free.
  • Use any milk you prefer; whole, skim, or dairy-free alternatives like almond or oat milk work well.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure your sausage and tater tots are labeled gluten-free.
  • Customize the cheese choice with your favorite blend for different flavors.
  • Make ahead: Prepare the casserole up to the egg mixture step, cover, and refrigerate overnight before baking.

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