Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy (Easy Comfort Breakfast)
Make a tater tot breakfast bowl with sausage gravy, eggs, and cheese. Easy, hearty recipe perfect for brunch or a filling breakfast!
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Large skillet (cast iron preferred)
- Whisk
- Mixing spoon
- Serving bowls
Ingredients
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 3 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, fried eggs, green onions, hot sauce
Instructions
- Bake Tater Tots: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread tots on a baking sheet and bake 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Cook Sausage: In a skillet, brown sausage over medium heat until fully cooked. Remove sausage, leaving drippings in the pan.
- Make Roux: Add flour to drippings, whisking for 1–2 minutes until golden.
- Add Milk: Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Return sausage to skillet. Season with salt and pepper.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide crispy tots into bowls. Spoon sausage gravy generously over the top.
- Add Toppings: Garnish with cheese, fried eggs, green onions, or hot sauce. Serve immediately.
- Expert Tip: Bake tots until extra crispy so they hold up under the gravy without becoming soggy.
Notes
- Use turkey or chicken sausage for a lighter version.
- Gravy can be made ahead and reheated; bake tots fresh for best texture.
- Add vegetables like sautéed peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Store gravy separately from tots to prevent sogginess.
- Best enjoyed hot and fresh, but leftovers reheat well in the oven.