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Golden brown tater tot sausage breakfast casserole with melted cheese.

Tater Tot Sausage Casserole

This Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole is a delicious, comforting, and remarkably easy dish, perfect for weekend brunch or a make-ahead breakfast. It combines crispy tater tots, savory sausage, fluffy eggs, and melty cheese for an irresistible meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Breakfast, Brunch
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground breakfast sausage
  • 10 ounces frozen tater tots
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 6 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • Medium bowl

Method
 

Prepare the Sausage
  1. Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
    In a large skillet, cook the ground breakfast sausage over medium heat, breaking it apart with a spoon until fully cooked and no pink remains. Drain any excess grease from the pan.
Assemble the Layers
  1. Evenly spread the cooked sausage in the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the sausage.
  3. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
Prepare the Egg Mixture
  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together the large eggs, milk, salt, and black pepper until light and well combined.
Bake the Casserole
  1. Pour the egg mixture evenly over the tater tots in the baking dish, ensuring it seeps into all the nooks and crannies.
  2. Sprinkle the remaining half of the shredded cheese over the top.
  3. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the casserole is golden brown and bubbly (internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit / 71 degrees Celsius).

Notes

This casserole is a fantastic make-ahead meal; assemble the night before, cover, and refrigerate. Add 10-15 minutes to baking time when cooking from cold. It can also be frozen before or after baking for up to 2-3 months.
Pro Tip: Use a non-stick baking dish for easy cleanup. Always pre-cook sausage to remove excess grease. Season the egg mixture generously. Let the casserole rest for 5-10 minutes after baking for cleaner slices. Avoid overbaking to prevent dry, rubbery eggs.
Leftover casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or oven.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.