If you need to feed a crowd, there is nothing better than this hearty Tater Tot Casserole. It combines some of my favorite breakfast items - tater tots, eggs, cheese, and sausage. It's one of my favorite casserole recipes.
Once you make this yummy tater tot casserole recipe, don't forget to try our Sausage, Egg and Biscuit Breakfast Casserole and our Loaded Tater Tot Casserole.
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Tater Tot Casserole Breakfast
My favorite thing about this breakfast casserole with tater tots is that you can prepare it the night before, place it in the refrigerator, and bake it up in the morning. Breakfast really doesn't get much easier than that. This is classic comfort food that is perfect for a chilly morning.
This tater tot with casserole recipe is perfect for serving to a crowd for a special occasion, like Thanksgiving or Christmas. But it is also simple enough to make that you can serve it anytime.
Tater Tot Recipes
Crispy, golden tater tots go with pretty much anything, which makes them a total lifesaver for busy families. You can toss them into a breakfast casserole or turn them into a comforting dinner favorite like tater tot casserole with ground beef and gooey melted cheese. We love these tater tot recipes:
Ingredients For Tater Tot Casserole
Eggs: Grab some large ones to help hold everything together.
Sausage links: Go for breakfast sausages, cook them up, and slice for extra flavor.
Milk: Whole milk is your best bet for a creamy touch.
Tater tots: Use frozen ones to make a crispy base and top layer.
Shredded cheese: Cheddar is great for that cheesy goodness.
Kosher salt: Add just enough to boost the flavor.
Pepper: A dash of freshly ground black pepper adds a nice kick.
How To Make Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
To make this tater tot hotdish, start by browning your sausage over medium heat in a large skillet or in the microwave. Cut and spread the sausage into a greased casserole pan.
Next, mix the milk, eggs, salt and pepper in a large bowl and pour them over the sausage in the baking dish.
Now it is time to sprinkle on the cheddar cheese. If you will be serving this the next morning like I did, cover and refrigerate at this point. You will be performing the next steps in the morning.
Spread the tater tots on top of the cheese layer.
Add the remainder of the cheese on top and bake.
This tater tot casserole did not last long when I served it. I was lucky to snatch up a piece and it was SO good. The flavor can't be beat!
Tips For Sausage Tater Tot Casserole
Tip 1: Use a mix of cheddar and jack cheese for a rich, cheesy flavor. Layer some cheese before adding the tater tots and more on top for a gooey finish.
Tip 2: No need to thaw the tater tots before using them. Just spread them evenly over the cheese layer.
Tip 3: Feel free to add veggies like onions or mushrooms to bulk up the casserole and add extra flavor.
FAQs For Tater Tot Casserole
Can I Make This Tater Tot Casserole Recipe Ahead Of Time?
Yes! You can assemble the casserole the night before and refrigerate it. This makes for an easy breakfast or dinner the next day.
How can I make tater tot casserole spicier?
Add diced jalapeños, a dash of hot sauce, or use spicy sausage to bring some heat to the casserole.
Casseroles With Potatoes
Potato casseroles are a comforting meal that are hearty and filling. They can be customized with just about anything you have on hand, like cheese, veggies, meats, or even a creamy sauce. Here are some of the best potato casserole recipes we have found:
- Loaded Baked Potato Casserole
- Yummy Sweet Potato Casserole
- Mashed Potato Casserole
- Cheesy Ham and Potato Casserole
Best Casserole Supplies
When it comes to making casseroles, there are a few things that you can have in your kitchen that will make the process a lot smoother. Obviously, you're going to want to start with a casserole dish. I like one with a cover to take it on the go.
If you take your casserole on the road, you will also want to have a carrier. They come in lots of pretty patterns, and you can choose one that best suits you. If you don't have any of these supplies, you can always find them on Amazon.
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This delicious Tater Tot Casserole is a simple, versatile dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or feeding a crowd. Whether you stick to the classic recipe or add your own twist, it’s sure to be a hit at your table.
📖 Recipe
Tater Tot Casserole
Ingredients
- 6 eggs
- 20 oz sausage links use two 10 oz packages
- 1 cup milk
- 16 oz Tater tots
- 2 ½ cups shredded cheese we used a cheddar and jack mix
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a 9 x 13 casserole dish.
- Brown sausage according to package directions and cut into bit sized pieces. Spread cooked and cut sausage onto greased casserole dish.
- In a large bowl, beat together milk, eggs, salt and pepper.
- Cover the sausage in the casserole dish with the egg mixture.
- Cover with one cup of cheese.
- If you will be serving this the next morning, cover and refrigerate at this point.
- In the morning:
- Spread 16 oz of tater tots on top of the cheese.
- Add the remainder of the cheese on top.
- Bake for 40 minutes at 350 degrees.
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Notes
- Mix cheddar and jack cheese for a rich, cheesy flavor.
- Don't bother thawing the tater tots first. Just spread them evenly over the cheese layer.
- Throw in some veggies like onions or mushrooms to bulk up the casserole and boost the flavor.
Mimi's Health Adventure says
Can you use coconut or almond milk instead?
Tamara Williams says
Thank you! My boys love this recipe before soccer games!
Vicky @ Mess For Less says
Tamara, thank you! It's one of our favorites too!
zaniwright says
THANK YOU for this recipe! I made two pans on Sunday and cooked them. The goal was for my family to be able to take pieces to reheat for a quick week day breakfast. This is working perfectly and it is FREAKING DELICIOUS. I have been eating it for breakfast and lunch. I substituted cut up bacon for sausage because that is what I had on hand. SO GOOD.
Vicky @ Mess For Less says
I love getting these kinds of comments! Thanks for letting me know!
PinkStripeySocks says
Oh my goodness. This looks delicious. I'm literally salivating right now. Yummy!
Vicky @ Mess For Less says
Oh it was AMAZING Pink Stripey Socks!
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Trisha Beck says
I didn't cook the tots first. Was I supposed to?
Vicky @ Mess For Less says
No you don't Trisha.
Jujubeeme says
Do you cook the tater tots first?
Vicky @ Mess For Less says
Nope, just put them on frozen.
Amber White says
Not sure what I did wrong but 40 minutes definitely wasn't long enough. I had to cook another 30 minutes for the eggs to be done. Otherwise delicious!
Grace says
Agree! I am SOOOO frustrated right now!! This casserole has been in the oven for 40 minutes and it is STILL soupy!! My family is hungry. They have been patiently waiting. 😩 I’m disgusted! One cup of milk is WAY TOO MUCH milk for 6 eggs!!!!! Horrible experience with this recipe!!! And I hate to cook! I was trying to do something nice for my family while we quarantine over this deadly virus. 😩😩😩
Clarissa Hooper says
My family would love this! I would leave a section with no meat for me though 🙂
retriever says
Nice recipes