“Got this recipe from my mother-in-law when I was just married. It’s my husband’s favorite, I always make it for his bday!”
Tater Tot Casserole Breakfast
Ingredients:
Ingredient
Quantity
Hot breakfast sausage
2 pounds
Frozen tater tots
1 (30-32 oz) bag
Salt
1 teaspoon
Pepper
1/2 teaspoon
Garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon
Onion powder
1/4 teaspoon
Shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups
Mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup
Eggs
8
Milk
2 cups
Instructions:
Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9×13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Cook the Sausage: Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breakfast sausage and cook until it is crumbled and browned. Drain any excess grease.
Combine Ingredients in a Bowl: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, and frozen tater tots. Toss until all ingredients are well mixed.
Transfer to Baking Pan: Transfer the sausage, cheese, and tater tot mixture to the prepared baking pan and spread it evenly.
Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate mixing bowl, add the eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until the mixture is thoroughly combined.
Pour Egg Mixture over Casserole: Pour the egg mixture over the tater tot mixture in the baking pan. Gently stir until the egg mixture is just combined with the other ingredients.
Bake the Casserole: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden brown.
Cool and Serve: Remove the casserole from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes at room temperature. Slice and serve. Enjoy!
