Description
Hearty Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy delivers a comfort-packed morning feast that combines crispy potatoes, savory sausage, and creamy gravy. Hungry diners will savor each rich, satisfying bite of this classic American breakfast creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups tater tots
- 1/2 lb ground breakfast sausage
- 2 large eggs
Gravy Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups whole milk
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Garnish/Topping Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and arrange tater tots on a baking sheet, spreading them evenly to ensure crispy golden edges.
- Bake tater tots for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to achieve uniform crispness.
- While tots are roasting, brown ground sausage in a large skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it into small crumbles until no pink remains.
- Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage, stirring continuously to create a rich roux and prevent lumps from forming.
- Gradually pour whole milk into the sausage mixture, whisking constantly to develop a smooth, creamy gravy consistency.
- Season the gravy with black pepper and salt, simmering for 5-7 minutes until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- In a separate skillet, prepare eggs to your preference – sunny-side up or scrambled – ensuring they are cooked to a soft, creamy texture.
- Transfer crispy tater tots to serving bowls, creating a golden potato base.
- Ladle the hot sausage gravy generously over the tots, allowing it to cascade down the sides.
- Top with prepared eggs, sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese, and garnish with freshly chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately while everything is hot and the cheese is melting, creating a decadent breakfast experience.
Notes
- Prep tater tots in advance by spreading them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freezing for 15 minutes before baking to ensure extra crispiness.
- For a lighter version, swap regular ground sausage with turkey sausage and use low-fat milk to reduce overall calorie content.
- Customize the dish by adding diced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the gravy for a spicy kick that elevates the breakfast bowl’s flavor profile.
- Create a vegetarian alternative by replacing sausage with plant-based crumbles and using mushroom gravy, maintaining the dish’s hearty comfort food essence.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 200mg