Breakfast Tater Tot Casserole (Print Format)

Enjoy golden tots, sausage, eggs, bacon, and melty cheese baked together for a hearty breakfast classic.

# Ingredients:

01 - 1 lb bacon, cooked and crumbled, divided in half
02 - 28-30 oz bag of frozen tater tots
03 - 1 lb breakfast sausage
04 - 1 yellow onion, diced
05 - 1 green bell pepper, diced
06 - 8 eggs
07 - 1/2 cup whole milk (or half and half, or heavy cream)
08 - 1 tsp all-purpose seasoning blend
09 - 1 tsp black pepper
10 - 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning (optional)
11 - 4 cups shredded cheese, divided (e.g., half sharp cheddar and half pepper jack)

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Place the tater tots in the oven while preparing everything else.
02 - In a skillet, cook the sausage with onion and bell pepper over medium heat until browned. Drain the excess grease, remove from heat, and allow to cool slightly.
03 - In a bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, and seasonings together until combined.
04 - Grease your baking dish. Add the sausage mixture, half the bacon, the egg mixture, and 2 cups of shredded cheese. Mix well.
05 - Top the casserole with 1½ cups of shredded cheese, arrange the tater tots, then sprinkle with the remaining bacon and ½ cup cheese.
06 - Cover the dish with foil and bake for 30 minutes. Uncover and bake for an additional 15-20 minutes, until the eggs are set and the tater tots are golden brown.
07 - Allow the casserole to sit for about 10 minutes before serving to help it set. Serve hot and enjoy.