Description
A hearty and delicious breakfast casserole featuring savory sausage, creamy cheese, and crispy tater tots, perfect for feeding a crowd.
Ingredients
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 6 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large skillet, cook the breakfast sausage over medium heat until browned and crumbled. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish. Spread the tater tots evenly in the bottom of the baking dish.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using).
- Layer the cooked sausage on top of the tater tots, then pour the egg mixture over the sausage and tater tots.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar and mozzarella cheeses evenly on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, or until the eggs are fully set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Garnish with chopped green onions (optional) and serve hot.
Notes
Customize with your favorite cheeses or add vegetables for extra nutrition. This dish can be made ahead of time and even frozen for convenience.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American