Cheesy Sausage Tater Tots Topped Casserole

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Cheesy Sausage Tater Tots Topped Casserole, a hearty and satisfying dish that's perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an easy family dinner. This casserole brings together crumbled breakfast sausage, sautéed onions, and a creamy mixture of sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, and cream of mushroom soup, all topped with crispy golden tater tots. The gooey, melty cheddar cheese layer added toward the end of baking takes this dish to the next level, while optional green onion garnishes provide a fresh pop of color and flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this tater tot casserole is a simple yet crowd-pleasing addition to your recipe rotation. Perfect for busy weeknights or weekend gatherings, it’s a comforting blend of creamy, cheesy, and crispy textures that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound breakfast sausage
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 can (10.5 ounces) cream of mushroom soup
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 32 ounces tater tots, frozen
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 green onion, sliced (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the breakfast sausage until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain any excess grease and transfer the cooked sausage to a bowl.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked sausage, cooked onions and garlic, cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.

Step 5

Spread the sausage mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.

Step 6

Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the sausage mixture, covering the entire surface.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, uncovered.

Step 8

Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 9

Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with sliced green onions, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2271.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4831.2

Total Fat 350.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 146.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.5g
Cholesterol 647.9mg	0%
Sodium 12368.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 277.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.1g	0%
Total Sugars 28.9g
Protein 142.5g	0%

Vitamin D 85.4IU	0%
Calcium 2366.8mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 4586.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.3%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 22.9%