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Crispy Loaded Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

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This easy make-ahead breakfast casserole features crispy tater tots, eggs, bacon, sausage, and gooey cheese for a crowd-pleasing brunch. Perfect for holidays, potlucks, or lazy weekends, it’s hearty, comforting, and endlessly customizable.

Ingredients

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  • 32 oz frozen tater tots
  • 8 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk (or 2%, or non-dairy alternative)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded (optional)
  • 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 lb breakfast sausage, cooked and crumbled
  • 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
  • 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
  • Hot sauce (for serving, optional)
  • Extra veggies like spinach or mushrooms (optional, for customization)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish with butter or nonstick spray.
  2. Cook bacon in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until crispy, about 8 minutes. Drain on paper towels and crumble. In the same pan, cook breakfast sausage until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single, even layer across the bottom of the baking dish.
  4. In a large bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, sour cream, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined and slightly frothy.
  5. Sprinkle half the shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the tater tots. Add crumbled bacon and sausage, followed by diced bell pepper and sliced green onions.
  6. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the casserole.
  7. Sprinkle remaining cheese on top. Add extra salt, pepper, or smoked paprika if desired.
  8. Bake uncovered for 45-55 minutes, until eggs are set and tater tots are golden and crispy. If browning too fast, cover lightly with foil for the last 10 minutes.
  9. Remove from oven and let cool for 10 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley and extra green onions if desired.
  10. Cut into squares and serve hot. Add hot sauce or salsa if desired.

Notes

Keep tater tots frozen until assembly for maximum crispiness. For gluten-free, use gluten-free tater tots and sausage. For vegetarian, omit bacon and sausage and add extra veggies. Can be assembled ahead (except tater tots) and baked fresh in the morning. Leftovers store well and reheat crispy in the oven.

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