Description
A hearty and delicious Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole combining savory hot breakfast sausage, crispy tater tots, and a blend of cheddar and mozzarella cheeses all bound together with a flavorful egg and milk mixture. Perfect for a comforting breakfast or brunch that can be prepared ahead and baked to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Sausage Mixture
- 2 lb hot breakfast sausage
Main Casserole
- 1 (30-32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Egg Mixture
- 8 large eggs
- 2 cups milk
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350ºF (175ºC). Lightly spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Cook Sausage: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the hot breakfast sausage until it is fully cooked and no longer pink inside. Drain off the excess fat thoroughly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the frozen tater tots, the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, and shredded mozzarella cheese. Toss everything together so it’s evenly mixed. Then transfer this mixture to the prepared baking pan.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and milk until smooth and well combined.
- Assemble Casserole: Pour the egg and milk mixture evenly over the tater tot and sausage mixture in the baking pan.
- Refrigerate (Optional): At this point, you can cover the casserole and refrigerate if you plan to bake it later. This step helps meld the flavors and is convenient for make-ahead preparations.
- Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered in the preheated oven for 60 to 70 minutes, or until the eggs are set in the center and the top is golden brown.
- Serve: Let the casserole cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving warm. Enjoy your savory Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole!
Notes
- To make preparation easier, you can cook the casserole the night before and bake it fresh in the morning.
- Feel free to use mild or spicy sausage based on your heat preference.
- Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or onions for extra flavor and nutrition.
- If you want a crispier top, broil the casserole for the last 2-3 minutes of baking, but watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Use whole milk for a richer custard, or substitute with 2% milk for a lighter dish.
