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Delicious Sausage Tater Tot Casserole topped with golden crispy tater tots

Sausage and Tater Tot Casserole

A cozy, golden, and simple casserole featuring savory sausage, crispy tater tots, and melted cheese, perfect for a family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Breakfast, Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pounds hot breakfast sausage Use your favorite brand
  • 1 30-32 ounces bag frozen tater tots Thaw slightly for easier mixing
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper Fresh cracked if possible
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder Enhances depth
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder Gentle sweetness
  • 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese Sharp or mild works
  • 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese For melty stretch
  • 8 eggs Room temperature for even mixing
  • 2 cups milk Whole milk gives best texture

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F) and spray a 9x13 inch pan.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium and add the sausage; cook until crumbly and nicely browned.
  3. Drain off excess grease to prevent the casserole from being greasy.
  4. In a large bowl, toss the browned sausage with the cheeses and tater tots until evenly mixed.
  5. Spread the mixture into the prepared pan in an even layer and press lightly.
Mixing
  1. Whisk eggs, milk, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
  2. Pour the egg mixture over the tater tots and gently stir to ensure the liquid seeps into the nooks.
Baking
  1. Bake for about 60 minutes until the center feels set and edges turn golden brown.
  2. Let rest for 5-10 minutes before serving warm.
  3. For a crisper top, broil for 1-2 minutes while watching closely.

Notes

Time-saver: Brown sausage the night before. Let the casserole rest if it looks watery. Variations include adding green onions or smoked paprika.