Description
Hearty “tater tot breakfast bowl with sausage gravy” delivers comfort on a plate, combining crispy potato gems with rich, creamy gravy. Breakfast enthusiasts will savor this satisfying morning meal that brings together classic diner flavors in one irresistible dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 20 tater tots
- 1/2 lb ground breakfast sausage
- 2 large eggs
Dairy and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup whole milk
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp salt
Garnish and Optional Additions:
- 2 tbsp green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp 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 exteriors.
- Bake the tater tots for 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan halfway through to guarantee uniform crispness and even browning.
- While tots are baking, crumble ground breakfast sausage into a heavy-bottomed skillet, cooking over medium-high heat until thoroughly browned and no pink remains.
- Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage, stirring continuously to create a rich, thickening roux that prevents lumpy gravy.
- Gradually pour whole milk into the sausage mixture, whisking consistently to develop a smooth, creamy gravy consistency.
- Season the gravy with black pepper and salt, allowing it to simmer and thicken for 3-4 minutes until it reaches a velvety texture.
- In a separate skillet, fry eggs to your preferred doneness – sunny-side up or over-easy recommended for optimal runny yolk.
- Transfer crispy tater tots to serving bowls, generously ladle sausage gravy over the top.
- Carefully place the prepared eggs atop the gravy-covered tots.
- Garnish with freshly chopped green onions and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese for added flavor and visual appeal.
Notes
- Customize tots for dietary needs by using sweet potato or cauliflower tots as gluten-free or low-carb alternatives.
- Reduce sodium by selecting low-sodium sausage and controlling salt quantity during gravy preparation.
- Enhance protein content by adding crumbled bacon or diced ham alongside sausage for extra savory depth.
- Elevate vegetarian version by substituting sausage with plant-based crumbles and preparing mushroom-based gravy for similar rich texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 565
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 1090 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 200 mg