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Tater Tot Sausage Breakfast Casserole
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Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350 ℉.
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In a medium skillet, cook ground sausage over medium heat while breaking into small pieces until no longer pink.
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Remove skillet from heat, drain grease from sausage and set aside.
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Grease a 9′ x 13′ baking dish with cooking oil spray. (Glass works best.)
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Spread the crumbled sausage in an even layer over the bottom of the baking dish.
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In a medium bowl whisk eggs, half and half, garlic powder, salt and pepper until well combined.
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Pour the egg mixture over the sausage in the baking dish.
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Top with shredded cheese.
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Place frozen tater tots evenly over the top of sausage, egg and cheese mixture. Do not submerge tater tots.
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Bake for approx. 50 minutes or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean.
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Remove the casserole from the oven and let it sit for 5 minutes before serving.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Brown Sausage Thoroughly 🍖Cook ground sausage until deeply browned and rendered of fat before mixing with other ingredients; this builds flavor and prevents a greasy casserole.
- Partially Bake Tater Tots First 🥔Pre-bake tater tots for 10-12 minutes until golden before assembly; this prevents them from becoming soggy and ensures crispy edges after the full bake.
- Make-Ahead Egg Mixture Secret ⏰Prepare the egg and half-and-half mixture the night before, but add it to the casserole just before baking to prevent the tater tots from absorbing excess liquid prematurely.
- Layer Strategically for Even Cooking 🧅Spread sausage evenly as the first layer, then distribute tater tots uniformly, and top with cheese last; this ensures even heat distribution and melted cheese throughout.
- Check Doneness at the Center 🔍Insert a knife into the center of the casserole—if it comes out clean with no runny egg, your casserole is ready; this prevents undercooked eggs while keeping the dish moist.
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Low Sugar
Low Carb
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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