Description
Hearty Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy brings comfort and indulgence to morning meals, combining crispy potato bites with rich, creamy gravy. Breakfast enthusiasts will savor this satisfying dish that delivers bold flavors and hearty textures in one delightful bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein Ingredients:
- 15 eggs
- 1 pound sausage (for gravy)
Starch/Base Ingredients:
- 1 package tater tots
- 1 cup taco cheese blend
Seasoning and Optional Toppings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder (optional)
- 1/2 cup fresh Mexican restaurant-style salsa (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and arrange tater tots on a baking sheet, ensuring they are spread out for maximum crispiness. Bake for approximately 25-30 minutes until golden and crunchy.
- While tots are roasting, craft the sausage gravy in a separate skillet. Brown the sausage thoroughly, breaking it into small crumbles, then gradually whisk in flour and milk to create a rich, creamy texture.
- Enhance the gravy’s flavor profile by incorporating black pepper, red pepper flakes, and a pinch of cayenne for a subtle kick.
- In another pan, crack eggs and gently scramble them, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until just set, maintaining a soft and moist consistency.
- Select a wide serving bowl and create a foundation of crispy tater tots, arranging them in an even layer to provide a sturdy base.
- Layer the fluffy scrambled eggs directly over the tots, covering them completely.
- Ladle the spicy sausage gravy generously across the eggs, allowing it to cascade and mingle with the other ingredients.
- Sprinkle a robust handful of taco cheese blend over the top, letting it slightly melt from the residual heat.
- Optional: crown the dish with a dollop of fresh Mexican-style salsa for an extra burst of brightness and acidity.
- Serve immediately while all components remain hot and appetizing, creating a hearty breakfast experience.
Notes
- Customize tater tot crispiness by spreading them evenly on the baking sheet and flipping halfway through cooking for maximum golden-brown texture.
- Prevent soggy tots by patting them dry with paper towels before baking and ensuring oven is fully preheated.
- Elevate protein content by substituting turkey or plant-based sausage for traditional pork sausage, making the dish more diet-friendly.
- Control spice levels by gradually adding pepper flakes and cayenne, tasting as you go to achieve the perfect heat without overwhelming the dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 300mg