Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Eggs, Sausage, Cheese, and Gravy Recipe
Introduction
The Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl is a hearty and satisfying morning meal that brings together crispy tater tots, fluffy scrambled eggs, savory sausage gravy, and melted cheddar cheese. It’s a comforting dish perfect for family weekends or a special breakfast treat.
Ingredients
- Frozen tater tots
- Eggs
- Breakfast sausage
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- All-purpose flour (for sausage gravy)
- Whole milk (for sausage gravy)
- Garlic powder (for sausage gravy)
- Paprika (for sausage gravy)
- Optional toppings: chopped green onions, crispy bacon bits, fresh chives, hot sauce
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer without overlapping for maximum crispiness. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove from the oven and season immediately with salt and pepper while hot.
- Step 2: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it into small crumbles. When fully cooked and browned, sprinkle flour over the meat and stir constantly for 2 minutes. Gradually add milk while stirring continuously to prevent lumps. Season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Step 3: Crack eggs into a bowl and whisk with 2 tablespoons of butter, salt, and pepper. Heat a non-stick pan over low-medium heat and pour in the egg mixture. Gently stir continuously with a spatula to create soft, fluffy curds. Remove from heat when eggs are still slightly wet as they will continue to cook from residual heat.
- Step 4: Divide the crispy tater tots evenly among four serving bowls. Top each bowl with the scrambled eggs. Ladle warm sausage gravy generously over the top. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the hot ingredients and allow it to melt naturally.
Tips & Variations
- Pat tater tots dry before baking to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Use room temperature eggs for fluffier scrambled eggs.
- Keep tater tots warm in a low oven while cooking other components.
- Substitute breakfast sausage with crispy bacon, ham, or turkey sausage for different flavors.
- Try sweet potato tots instead of regular tater tots for a twist on nutrition and flavor.
- Create international variations by adding jalapeños and salsa for a Mexican twist or mozzarella and marinara for Italian flavor.
Storage
Store assembled bowls covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, stirring halfway through. You can prepare sausage gravy and cook tater tots up to 3 days ahead, storing them separately. Freeze individual components for up to 3 months and thaw overnight before reheating. Reheat pre-cooked tater tots in the oven at 400°F for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make the sausage gravy ahead of time?
Yes, the sausage gravy can be made up to 3 days in advance. Store it in the refrigerator and gently reheat with a splash of milk to restore its creamy texture.
What if I don’t have breakfast sausage?
You can substitute breakfast sausage with other proteins like crispy bacon, diced ham, turkey sausage, or even leftover chicken to suit your taste and dietary preferences.
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Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Eggs, Sausage, Cheese, and Gravy Recipe
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
A savory and comforting Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl featuring crispy oven-baked tater tots, fluffy scrambled eggs, rich sausage gravy, and melted shredded cheddar cheese. This hearty breakfast bowl is topped with optional fresh herbs and bacon bits, perfect for a satisfying morning meal with customizable variations to suit different tastes and dietary needs.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups frozen tater tots
- 8 large eggs
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For Sausage Gravy
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ cups whole milk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings
- 2 green onions, chopped
- ½ cup crispy bacon bits
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
- Hot sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Crispy Tater Tot Base: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread frozen tater tots in a single layer, avoiding overlap to ensure they cook evenly and become crispy. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove from the oven and season immediately with salt and pepper while still hot to enhance flavor.
- Cook the Breakfast Sausage and Make Gravy: Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the breakfast sausage. Break it into small crumbles as it cooks until fully browned. Sprinkle all-purpose flour over the cooked sausage and stir continuously for about 2 minutes to cook out the raw flour taste. Gradually pour in whole milk, stirring constantly to avoid lumps. Add garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper, then reduce heat to low and simmer the gravy for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened and smooth.
- Scramble Perfect Fluffy Eggs: Crack the eggs into a bowl and whisk together with 2 tablespoons of butter, salt, and pepper until smooth. Heat a non-stick pan over low to medium heat and pour in the egg mixture. Using a spatula, stir gently and continuously to form soft, fluffy curds. Remove the pan from heat when the eggs are still slightly wet, as residual heat will finish cooking them, ensuring a creamy texture.
- Assemble Your Ultimate Breakfast Bowl: Divide the crispy tater tots evenly among four serving bowls, creating a golden potato base. Layer the fluffy scrambled eggs over the tater tots, spreading evenly. Ladle warm sausage gravy generously over each bowl, making sure every portion is well covered. Finally, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top; it will melt naturally from the heat of the other ingredients. Optionally, garnish with chopped green onions, bacon bits, fresh chives, and serve with hot sauce to taste.
Notes
- Keep tater tots warm by placing them in a low oven if preparing other components takes longer.
- Pat tater tots dry before baking for maximum crispiness.
- Use room temperature eggs to achieve fluffier scrambled eggs.
- Constantly whisk the sausage gravy while adding milk to prevent lumps and ensure smooth texture.
- Season each ingredient individually to build layered flavors in the bowl.
- Cheese melts better when sprinkled over hot ingredients rather than being cooked separately.
- Cook sausage gravy up to 3 days ahead and reheat gently, adding milk for desired consistency.
- Store cooked components separately for up to 2 days in the refrigerator and reheat before assembling.
- Freeze individual components for up to 3 months; thaw overnight before reheating for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: tater tot breakfast bowl, breakfast sausage, sausage gravy, crispy tater tots, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, hearty breakfast, comfort food
