Description
This hearty Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole combines crispy tater tots, savory sausage, bacon, eggs, and melty cheese for a comforting morning meal. Perfect for feeding a crowd, it features a flavorful blend of seasoned eggs, sautéed vegetables, and layers of cheese, baked to golden perfection with a crispy tater tot topping.
Ingredients
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Meats
- 1 lb Bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided in half
- 1 lb Breakfast Sausage
Vegetables
- 1 Yellow Onion, diced
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, diced
Dairy & Eggs
- 8 Eggs
- 1/2 cup Whole Milk (half and half or heavy cream can also be used)
- 4 cups Shredded Cheese, divided (half sharp cheddar and half pepper jack)
Frozen
- 28-30 oz Bag of Frozen Tater Tots
Seasonings
- 1 tsp All Purpose Seasoning Blend
- 1 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Slap Ya Mama Cajun Seasoning (optional, can use any Cajun seasoning)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (204°C). Place the frozen tater tots on a baking sheet or directly in the casserole dish to begin crisping while you prepare the rest of the ingredients.
- Cook Sausage and Vegetables: In a skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage along with the diced yellow onion and green bell pepper until the sausage is browned and the vegetables are softened. Drain excess grease and remove from heat to cool slightly.
- Mix Eggs and Seasonings: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, whole milk, all-purpose seasoning blend, black pepper, and Cajun seasoning until well combined.
- Combine Ingredients: Grease your baking dish thoroughly. Add the cooked sausage and vegetable mixture, half of the crumbled bacon, the egg mixture, and 2 cups of shredded cheese into the dish. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Assemble Casserole: Sprinkle 1½ cups of shredded cheese over the egg mixture. Arrange the pre-baked tater tots evenly on top. Then finish by sprinkling the remaining crumbled bacon and the last ½ cup of cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake Covered: Cover the casserole dish tightly with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
- Bake Uncovered: Remove the foil and continue baking for an additional 15–20 minutes, until the eggs are fully set and the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole sit for about 10 minutes outside the oven to set further. Serve hot and enjoy a hearty breakfast!
Notes
- Make-Ahead: Assemble the casserole without baking, cover tightly, and refrigerate overnight. When ready to bake, add an extra 5–10 minutes to the baking time.
- Freezer-Friendly: Bake fully and cool completely. Wrap tightly and freeze for up to 2 months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) until warmed through.
- Storage: Store leftover casserole in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven prior to serving.
- Variations: Add diced jalapeños or hot sauce for a spicy kick. Substitute vegetables like mushrooms, spinach, or diced tomatoes for extra nutrition. Swap meats such as ham, chorizo, or turkey sausage. For a vegetarian version, omit bacon and sausage and replace with plant-based sausage or sautéed vegetables.
