Description
This Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy is the ultimate comfort breakfast! Crispy golden tater tots are topped with creamy, savory sausage gravy for a hearty and satisfying meal. Perfect for healthy homemade recipes, this dish can be customized with eggs, cheese, or veggies for extra flavor. Whether you’re looking for quick dinner ideas or a filling brunch option, this healthy recipes easy meal will keep you full and energized.
Ingredients
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For the Tater Tots:
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for greasing)
For the Sausage Gravy:
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
For Garnish (Optional):
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Sliced green onions
Instructions
ook the Tater Tots:
- Preheat your oven according to the tater tot package instructions.
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on a baking sheet and lightly grease with vegetable oil.
- Bake according to package directions until crispy and golden brown, usually about 20-25 minutes. Set aside.
Prepare the Sausage Gravy:
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned and fully cooked.
- Sprinkle flour over the cooked sausage and stir to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Gradually add milk while stirring continuously to avoid lumps. Cook until the gravy thickens, about 5-7 minutes.
- Season with black pepper, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Assemble the Breakfast Bowl:
- Divide the baked tater tots among serving bowls.
- Spoon a generous amount of sausage gravy over the tater tots.
Garnish and Serve:
- Optional: Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and sliced green onions for added flavor and color.
- Serve immediately while the gravy is warm.
Notes
- Add scrambled or fried eggs for an extra protein boost.
- Top with shredded cheese for a richer flavor.
- Substitute turkey sausage for a lighter version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 920mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg