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Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole

Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole for Busy Mornings

This Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole is perfect for busy mornings, blending savory sausage, crispy tater tots, and gooey cheeses.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Breakfast Sausage Can substitute with bacon or ham
  • 32 ounces Frozen Tater Tots Fresh tater tots can be used, adjust cooking times
  • 2 cups Cheddar Cheese Other melting cheeses can be used
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese A blend of Italian cheeses can replace mozzarella
  • 6 Eggs Use egg substitutes for a lighter version
  • 1 cup Milk Dairy alternatives like almond milk can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Adjust to suit spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Freshly minced garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Sautéed onions can be substituted
For Serving
  • 2 cups Fresh Fruit Berries or citrus recommended
  • 4 cups Light Salad Spinach or arugula work beautifully

Equipment

  • Oven
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • 9x13 inch baking pan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC) and lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, frozen tater tots, cheddar cheese, and mozzarella cheese.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Pour over the tater tot and sausage blend.
  5. If not baking immediately, cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours.
  6. Bake the casserole uncovered for about 60-70 minutes, until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
  7. Allow the casserole to cool for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This casserole is freezer-friendly and simplifies meal prep for busy mornings.

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