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Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with Sausage Recipe

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  • Author: Megane
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 8 servings
  • Category: Breakfast Casserole
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American with Mexican influences

Description

This Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with Sausage is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for breakfast or brunch. Crispy tater tots are layered with sautéed bell peppers, onions, garlic, spicy jalapeño, savory sausage, and a cheesy egg mixture seasoned with Mexican spices. Baked until golden and bubbly, this casserole offers a delicious combination of textures and bold flavors that will delight both family and guests.

Ingredients

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Base

  • 32 oz frozen tater tots

Egg Mixture

  • 12 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup mild salsa
  • 3 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 2 pinches chili powder
  • 3 pinches onion powder
  • 3 pinches garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Vegetables & Sausage

  • 2 2/3 cup diced bell peppers (red, green, yellow, and orange)
  • 2/3 cup diced onions
  • 2 tsp finely minced garlic
  • 1 minced jalapeño
  • 12 oz fried breakfast sausages, sliced
  • Sliced green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and prepare: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan. Line the pan with cooked or frozen tater tots to create an even layer as the base.
  2. Sauté vegetables: Using the pan that was used to cook the sausage, sauté the diced bell peppers and onions over medium heat for about 5 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and jalapeño and cook for an additional 20 seconds until fragrant. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. Mix egg base: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salsa, oregano, cumin, chili powder, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir in the sautéed vegetables, sliced sausage, and 1 cup of shredded cheese until everything is combined.
  4. Assemble the casserole: Pour the egg mixture evenly over the tater tots in the prepared baking pan, making sure to cover them completely.
  5. Bake: Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes or until the eggs are set. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 2 cups of shredded cheese over the top. Return to the oven and bake until the cheese is melted and bubbly, about 5-7 minutes more.
  6. Garnish and serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions if desired. Allow the casserole to cool slightly before slicing and serving.
  7. Alternative method (no pre-cooking tater tots): If you choose not to pre-cook the tater tots, assemble the casserole as directed and bake for about 40 minutes or until the eggs are set. Then add cheese and bake until melted to your preference.

Notes

  • Pre-cooking the tater tots by baking or air frying before assembling the casserole helps achieve a crispier texture and reduces overall bake time.
  • You can also fry tater tots in oil for extra crispiness—just drain them well on paper towels before layering.
  • Using frozen tater tots straight from the freezer without pre-cooking may result in a softer, more potatoey texture, which some may prefer.
  • The casserole can be made ahead and refrigerated before baking. For best results, prepare the egg mixture and cooked tater tots separately and combine right before baking.
  • To freeze the casserole, cover tightly with plastic wrap and foil and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes before baking.
  • The seasoning blend adds a Mexican flair, but feel free to adjust spices to your preference.

Find it online: https://comfortplates.com/tater-tot-breakfast-casserole-with-sausage-recipe/