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Make-Ahead Cheesy Tater Tot Breakfast Casserole

A thick slice of tater tot breakfast casserole showing layers of tater tots, sausage, and melted cheese topping.
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Prepare this hearty, cheesy tater tot casserole the night before for an easy, crowd-pleasing breakfast bake.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen tater tots
  • 1 pound breakfast sausage or bacon, cooked and crumbled
  • 1 cup chopped onion
  • 10 large eggs
  • 1 cup milk
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

Instructions

  1. Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish.
  2. Arrange half of the frozen tater tots in a single layer on the bottom of the prepared dish.
  3. Sprinkle the cooked sausage or bacon and chopped onion evenly over the tots.
  4. Sprinkle 1 cup of the shredded cheddar cheese over the meat and onions.
  5. Top with the remaining tater tots, arranging them in a single layer if possible.
  6. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  7. Pour the egg mixture slowly and evenly over the tater tots in the dish. Gently press down on the tots to help them absorb the liquid.
  8. Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap or foil. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
  9. When ready to bake, preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Remove the plastic wrap.
  10. Bake covered for 30 minutes.
  11. Remove the foil and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese over the top.
  12. Bake uncovered for another 15 to 20 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the tater tots on top are golden brown and crisp.
  13. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For make-ahead assembly, cover tightly and keep refrigerated up to 24 hours before baking. You may need to add 5-10 minutes to the initial covered baking time if baking directly from the refrigerator.
  • You can substitute cooked ham or turkey sausage for pork sausage.
  • This casserole freezes well after baking; cool completely, wrap tightly, and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating.

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