Description

A hearty and customizable breakfast bowl featuring crispy tater tots topped with rich sausage gravy, eggs, cheese, and your favorite toppings. Perfect for a comforting weekend brunch or breakfast-for-dinner.

Ingredients

1 (28 oz) bag frozen tater tots

Salt & pepper, to taste

1/2 lb breakfast sausage (pork, turkey, or plant-based)

2 tablespoons butter (optional, for richness)

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 cups milk (whole or 2% works best)

Optional: pinch of cayenne or crushed red pepper for heat

4 fried or scrambled eggs

Shredded cheddar cheese

Green onions or chives

Hot sauce

Avocado slices

Sautéed onions or peppers

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the tater tots on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
In a skillet over medium heat, brown the sausage. Drain excess grease, leaving about 1–2 tablespoons. Add butter if using, then stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in the milk, stirring constantly, until the gravy thickens (about 5–7 minutes). Season with salt, pepper, and optional cayenne or crushed red pepper.
Cook the eggs to your preference—fried, scrambled, or poached.
Assemble the bowls: divide the crispy tater tots among serving bowls, ladle the sausage gravy over them, and top with eggs, cheese, and desired toppings.

Notes

Customize with toppings like avocado, hot sauce, or sautéed veggies.

Use plant-based sausage and gluten-free flour for dietary needs.

Reheat tots in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.

Gravy can be made ahead and stored in the fridge.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking, Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bowl
Calories: 600
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 950mg
Fat: 38g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 18g
Cholesterol: 180mg