This quick to prepare 5-ingredient Smoked Sausage Tater Tot Casserole is a sure thing when it comes to pleasing every member of the family.
A delicious and versatile ingredient I know can't miss when dinnertime preparation rolls around is, beef smoked sausage.
Everyone in my family loves the tender, beefy, smoky flavor. Plus it's cleaner and easier to work with than chicken, and it's a can't miss solution for an easy, fast, and super tasty weeknight supper.
Tater tots are also a big hit in my household. Even when it's only me and my husband eating. This is happening a lot more often these days as we (gratefully and gradually) work our way toward being empty-nesters for the first time in our married life. Don't ask. It's a long story and has been a looong time coming. LOL
So it just seemed to me like a no-brainer to combine beef smoked sausage and tater tots, and then top them with eggs (because everything is better when topped with eggs).
To add a bit more zip to my dish, I sauteed some green pepper and onion and added them into the mix. However, if you're not a fan of those ingredients, they're totally optional, and you can leave them out.
The result is what I'm calling Beef Smoked Sausage and Tater Tot Casserole. Simple and to the point. It's one of those fabulous dishes that can do triple duty in your recipe repertoire. Breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
Additional recipes using tater tots:
Mashup your potato soup recipe by adding everybody's favorite...tater tots! Tater Tot Chowder is hearty, delicious, and will soon become a family favorite!
Tater Tot Poutine is my quick and easy take on the French-Canadian classic, but mine is made with everyone's favorite freezer staple...tater tots.
This Ham and Cheese Tater Tot Breakfast Bake will become your weekend go-to breakfast or brunch staple because everyone loves it. Plus, it's quick to put on the table without much effort.
TATER TOT CASSEROLE {PRINT THIS RECIPE}
Servings: 4 Prep and Cook Time: 40 minutes
1 package Beef Smoked Sausage, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 package (32 ounces) of frozen tater tots
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped (optional)
1 medium red onion, chopped (optional)
salt and pepper
4 over-easy eggs
Shredded cheddar cheese (not shown and optional)
-Prepare tater tots according to package directions. Season with salt and pepper.
-Meanwhile in a large stockpot over medium/high heat, brown the sausage stirring occasionally. If using, stir in the green bell pepper and onion. Saute an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
-Add the cooked tater tots into the pot with the sausage and stir gently to combine. Pour the sausage and tater tots into a 4-quart casserole dish and top with shredded cheddar cheese if desired. Place in the oven to keep warm while preparing the eggs.
-Top the casserole with the over-easy eggs that have been seasoned with salt and pepper. Serve hot.
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If you love dipping your toast into the runny yolk of a sunny-side-up egg, just imagine a hot and crunchy tater tot dipped the same way. This Beef Smoked Sausage and Tater Tot Casserole is a meal that will win you unanimous thumbs up from your entire family (or maybe from just your significant other). Either way...it's all good!
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Until we eat again, I hope you have a delicious day!
All of the recipes you'll find here on my website are in loving memory of my son, Greg, who left this earth far too soon and will be forever in our hearts.
Marlene Detierro says
The photos are just fabulous! And the fall flavors lush. A magical post!
Marlene
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Nancy Piran says
Smoked sausages are a staple in our house! Love this casserole!
Sarah Walker Caron (Sarah's Cucina Bella) says
What a fun dinner! I recently discovered that we love tater tots too.
Paula-bell'alimento says
Everything is better with an egg on top!
Angie Barrett says
I need this to be my breakfast in the morning!! Ps. we LOVE Hillshire Farm here!
Marjory says
Such a fun dish! I love that you incorporated tater tots! Haven't had those in ages.
Cookin' Canuck says
Now that looks like a great "stick to your ribs" kind of meal - perfect when you feel like something hearty on a chilly night.
Heather Schmitt-Gonzalez says
This looks fantastic, I just added it to our menu for next week. Tater tots and smoked sausage are a natural combo - and the addition of all the veggies and a runny egg is nothing short of perfection. YUM!
Kirsten from http://ComfortablyDomestic.com says
Everything is indeed better with a soft fried egg on top. My family would flip for this casserole!
The Food Hunter says
Your photos are so vibrant and colorful!
Brenda@Sugar-Free Mom says
I love that its all in one pot and you could eat it for breakfast or dinner!
Ashley @ Wishes and Dishes says
This looks great and I love the "zip" you gave it!! The eggs on top make this dish look just gorgeous.
Back for Seconds says
Wowza! Who wouldn't love this??