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Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe

Name: Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl: The Ultimate Comfort Food Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 (32 ounce) bag frozen tater tots; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 pound breakfast sausage, removed from casing; 1/2 cup chopped onion; 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color); Salt and pepper to taste; 6 large eggs; 1/4 cup milk; Salt and pepper to taste; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese; Chopped green onions; Sour cream; Salsa; Hot sauce

BySophie Carsel February 13, 2026February 13, 2026

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Introduction

The Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl is the ultimate comfort food to start your day with a hearty and satisfying meal. Crispy tater tots layered with savory sausage, eggs, and melted cheese make for a delicious and easy breakfast bake the whole family will love.

The dish is served in a white bowl on a white marbled surface. The bottom layer consists of golden-brown crispy tater tots arranged closely together. On top, there are pieces of browned, crumbled sausage scattered around. A creamy, beige cheese sauce is poured over the sausage and tater tots, spreading evenly but not fully covering the bottom layer. At the center, a bright, glossy egg yolk sits on top without being cooked through. The dish is sprinkled with finely chopped green herbs and small bits of red pepper flakes, adding color contrast. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 (32 ounce) bag frozen tater tots
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 pound breakfast sausage, removed from casing
1/2 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
6 large eggs
1/4 cup milk
Salt and pepper to taste
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
Optional toppings: chopped green onions, sour cream, salsa, hot sauce

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the frozen tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
Step 2: While the tater tots bake, cook the breakfast sausage in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain any excess grease.
Step 3: Add the chopped onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Step 4: In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs and milk. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 5: Grease a 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread the cooked tater tots evenly across the bottom. Pour the sausage and vegetable mixture over the tater tots and spread evenly.
Step 6: Pour the egg mixture over the sausage and vegetables. Sprinkle both cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses evenly on top.
Step 7: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Step 8: Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Cut into squares and serve warm with optional toppings like chopped green onions, sour cream, salsa, or hot sauce.

Tips & Variations

Try adding diced jalapeños for a spicy kick or swap sausage for cooked bacon or ham for a different flavor.
Use a mix of cheeses such as pepper jack or mozzarella to vary the taste and texture.
Make it vegetarian by skipping the sausage and adding sautéed mushrooms or spinach instead.

Storage

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat individual portions in the microwave or oven until warm. For best texture, reheat in a 350°F (175°C) oven for 10-15 minutes to keep the tater tots crispy.

How to Serve

A white bowl is filled with golden brown, crispy tater tots forming the bottom layer, with a creamy beige sauce poured over their center. On top of the sauce, there are browned sausage pieces scattered, adding a rich, textured look. A bright yellow egg yolk sits perfectly in the center on top of the sauce, sprinkled with bits of black pepper and finely chopped green herbs, along with small red pepper pieces, providing a colorful contrast. The background features a white marbled surface. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I prepare this breakfast bowl in advance?

Yes, you can assemble the dish the night before and refrigerate it. Simply bake it fresh in the morning. This saves time on busy mornings and still delivers all the flavors.

Can I use fresh potatoes instead of frozen tater tots?

While fresh potatoes can be used, they require par-cooking and seasoning before baking to achieve the same crispy texture as tater tots. Frozen tater tots offer convenience and consistent results.

Sophie Carsel