Description
Hearty Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with Sausage Gravy promises a morning feast that blends crispy potato bites with rich, creamy layers. Comfort breakfast meets indulgence, delivering pure satisfaction for hungry souls craving a satisfying start to their day.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 bag frozen tater tots
- 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Gravy Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Seasoning and Extras:
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F and generously grease a 9×13-inch baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Brown the ground breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into crumbly pieces until fully cooked and no pink remains.
- Whisk the eggs in a large mixing bowl, incorporating garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper for enhanced flavor.
- Layer the frozen tater tots evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish, creating a crispy foundation for the casserole.
- Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots, followed by the cooked sausage, distributing ingredients uniformly.
- Pour the seasoned egg mixture carefully over the sausage and cheese layer, ensuring even coverage.
- For the sausage gravy, use the same skillet with remaining sausage drippings and add flour, stirring constantly to create a smooth roux.
- Gradually pour in whole milk, whisking continuously to prevent lumps and create a creamy, thick gravy consistency.
- Season the gravy with salt and black pepper, simmering until it reaches a rich, velvety texture.
- Top the casserole with remaining cheese and pour the prepared sausage gravy evenly across the surface.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes until eggs are set and top is golden brown and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh parsley before serving hot directly from the baking dish.
Notes
- Customize the tater tot layer by using sweet potato tots for a healthier twist or gluten-free tots for dietary restrictions.
- Create a vegetarian version by substituting ground sausage with plant-based crumbles or sautéed mushrooms for protein and texture.
- Prep this casserole the night before by assembling all layers and refrigerating, then bake in the morning for a convenient make-ahead breakfast.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium sausage and controlling salt in the gravy, making this dish more heart-friendly without sacrificing flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 950 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 20 g
- Cholesterol: 210 mg