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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipe

Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole Recipe
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This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole is a hearty, savory dish perfect for a weekend brunch or special breakfast. Loaded with ground sausage, crispy bacon, sautéed onions and peppers, melted cheese, and topped with golden tater tots, it offers a comforting blend of flavors and textures. Simple to prepare and bake, this casserole guarantees a crowd-pleasing meal that’s both satisfying and delicious.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • Cooking spray
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 large green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon fine salt, divided
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided
  • 6 slices cooked bacon, chopped, divided
  • 2 cups shredded Colby-Cheddar or Colby-Jack cheese, divided
  • 6 eggs
  • 1 ¼ cups milk of choice (2% recommended)
  • 1 (28-ounce or two 16-ounce) packages frozen tater tots or crispy crowns

Optional Toppings

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare the baking dish: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Mist a 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray and set aside to prevent sticking.
  2. Sauté vegetables and sausage: Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Mist with cooking spray, then add diced onion, green bell pepper, and ground sausage. Cook while stirring occasionally until the vegetables are crisp-tender and the sausage is fully cooked, about 8-10 minutes. Season the mixture with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  3. Add bacon and transfer: Stir 4 slices of chopped cooked bacon into the sausage mixture. Then transfer the entire mixture into the prepared baking dish.
  4. Add cheese and tater tots: Add 1 cup of shredded cheese along with the entire package(s) of frozen tater tots to the mixture in the baking dish. Gently toss until the ingredients are evenly combined and spread out in an even layer.
  5. Mix eggs and milk: 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. Pour egg mixture: Pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over and around the ingredients in the baking dish, ensuring thorough coverage.
  7. Top cheese and bacon: Sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese evenly on top. Then add the remaining 2 slices of chopped bacon as the final topping.
  8. Bake the casserole: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-35 minutes, checking at 25 minutes for doneness. The center should be set and the top lightly browned when done.
  9. Optional broil for crispiness: For an extra crispy topping, switch the oven to broil on High and broil the casserole for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  10. Serve with optional toppings: Garnish individual servings with sour cream, sliced green onions, hot sauce, or extra chopped cooked bacon if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can substitute turkey sausage or plant-based sausage to adjust the recipe for different dietary preferences.
  • Using frozen tater tots straight from the freezer ensures the best texture; do not thaw before adding to the casserole.
  • Make sure to monitor the casserole near the end of baking to avoid overcooking and drying out.
  • This casserole can be prepared the night before; assemble and refrigerate, then bake fresh in the morning.
  • Optional toppings add extra flavor and texture—feel free to customize according to your taste.

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