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    Home » Recipes » Breakfast » Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

    Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

    Published: Oct 21, 2020 · Modified: Apr 11, 2023 by Tonia Larson

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    Start the day with a Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with sausage, eggs, cheese, and tater tots all in one easy dish.

    a piece of delicious Tatertot Breakfast Casserole on a plate with a bite missing

    Preparing a full breakfast for overnight guests during the holidays can be a bit tricky because there are so many dishes to complete at the same time. That is where a breakfast casserole can really shine! This tater tot breakfast casserole has everything you want in one dish and it can be prepped the night before.

    cubed bread on a cutting board

    Cut the crusts off of the bread and cut or tear it into small pieces. Spread the bread pieces in a greased 9×13″ casserole dish.

    a mixing bowl with milk, eggs and spices

    Beat the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper together.

    pour the egg mixture over the bread in the baking dish

    Pour over the bread pieces in the dish and place in the refrigerator.

    frying meat in a frying pan

    Brown the ground pork sausage and drain the excess grease.

    a topdown view of the tatertot breakfast casserole ingredients prior to baking

    Remove the dish from the refrigerator. Top with the cooked sausage and 1 1/2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese. Arrange the tater tot rounds over the top and sprinkle with the remaining cheese.

    Can I prepare this tater tot breakfast casserole ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare this tater tot breakfast casserole ahead of time. After adding the cooked sausage and shredded cheddar cheese, cover the casserole dish and place in the refrigerator overnight. Remove it in the morning and continue with adding the tater tots before baking.

    a photo of the baked casserole

    What else can I add to this tater tot breakfast casserole recipe?

    There are so many varieties you can make of this tater tot breakfast casserole! That is one of the great things about it. Switch out the meat or the cheese and you’ll give it a whole new flavor. Here are some ideas to try:

    • Bacon & Cheddar
    • Ham & Swiss
    • Spinach & Mushroom
    • Southwest
    a serving of yummy breakfast casserole

    Bake at 375˚F for 45-50 minutes, until the tater tot crowns are golden brown.

    a close-up view of the baked Tatertot breakfast casserole

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    a close-up view of the baked Tatertot breakfast casserole

    Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

    Start the day with a Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole with sausage, eggs, cheese, and tater tots all in one easy dish!
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour
    Servings: 12 servings
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    Equipment

    KitchenAid Whisk
    Glass Batter Bowl
    T-Fal Fry Pan
    Pyrex Baking Dish

    Ingredients

    • 4 slices white bread
    • 12 eggs
    • 2 cups whole milk
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
    • 1 lb ground breakfast sausage
    • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese divided
    • 4 cups tater tot crowns

    Instructions

    • Cut the crust off of the bread and then cut or tear it into small pieces. Spread in a greased 9×13 casserole dish.
    • Beat the eggs, milk, salt, and pepper. Pour over the bread pieces. Place the casserole dish in the refrigerator.
    • Preheat oven 375˚F.
    • Brown the ground breakfast sausage and discard the excess grease.
    • Remove the casserole dish from the refrigerator and sprinkle with the cooked sausage and 1 ½ cups of shredded cheese.
    • Top with the tater tot crowns and sprinkle with the remaining ½ cup of shredded cheese.
    • Bake at 375˚F for 45-50 minutes, until the tater tots are golden brown.

    Video

    Notes

    Storage

    Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1slice | Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 215mg | Sodium: 771mg | Potassium: 352mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 523IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 235mg | Iron: 2mg
    Course: Breakfast
    Cuisine: American
    Author: Tonia Larson

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    About Tonia Larson

    Hi! I’m Tonia, the owner and recipe creator at The Gunny Sack, where I’ve shared easy recipes for busy people for 12+ years! My family-friendly meals, easy side dishes, and delicious desserts include mouthwatering photos, dynamic videos, and step-by-step instructions to help you cook at home.

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