Description
This Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl is the ultimate comfort food, combining crispy baked tater tots with savory breakfast sausage, sautéed vegetables, fluffy eggs, and melted cheese. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch, this dish bakes all the components together into a cheesy, satisfying casserole that can be topped with your favorite garnishes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 pound breakfast sausage, removed from casing
- 1/2 cup chopped onion
- 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 6 large eggs
- 1/4 cup milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional Toppings
- Chopped green onions
- Sour cream
- Salsa
- Hot sauce
Instructions
- Preheat and Bake Tater Tots: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and bake for 20-25 minutes. Flip the tots halfway through to ensure even browning until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Cook Sausage and Vegetables: While the tater tots bake, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it apart as it cooks. Once browned, drain any excess grease. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5-7 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk until well combined. Season with salt and pepper according to your preference.
- Assemble the Breakfast Bowl: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread the cooked tater tots evenly across the bottom of the dish. Layer the sausage and vegetable mixture evenly over the tater tots. Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetables, then sprinkle the cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses on top.
- Bake the Casserole: Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted, bubbly, and slightly golden.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the dish from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Cut into squares and serve warm. Add optional toppings such as chopped green onions, sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce to customize your breakfast bowl.
Notes
- For a spicier sausage, consider using chorizo or spicy breakfast sausage.
- You can substitute milk with cream or a milk alternative for a richer or dairy-free version.
- To make this dish gluten-free, ensure the sausage is certified gluten-free as some may contain fillers.
- This dish can be prepared a day ahead and reheated in the oven or microwave for a quick breakfast.
- Feel free to add additional vegetables like mushrooms or spinach to increase the nutritional value.
