🍳 Tater Tot Breakfast Bowl with Sausage Gravy 🧀

Start your day right with a hearty, savory breakfast that's perfect for weekend brunch!

🍽️ Ingredients 🍽️

- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 2 cups milk
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 lb breakfast sausage
- 4 eggs (optional, for topping)
- 1 lb tater tots
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 green onions, chopped for garnish

🧑‍🍳 Directions 🧑‍🍳

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Arrange the tater tots on a baking sheet and bake according to the package instructions, until they're crispy and golden.
2. While the tater tots are baking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breakfast sausage and cook until it is thoroughly browned, making sure to crumble it with a spoon as it cooks.
3. Sprinkle the flour over the browned sausage, stirring well to combine. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
4. Gradually whisk in the milk, making sure to smooth out any lumps. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
5. Continue to cook and stir until the gravy thickens, which should take about 5-7 minutes.
6. Once the tater tots are baked and golden, divide them among serving bowls.
7. Spoon the sausage gravy over the crispy tater tots, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions.
8. If using eggs, fry or poach them and place one on top of each bowl.
9. Serve hot and enjoy immediately!

🍎 Nutritional Information 🍎

- Calories: 480 kcal per serving
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Protein: 21g
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Cholesterol: 225mg
- Sodium: 990mg

💡 Tips and Tricks 💡

- For an extra crispy top, place the cheese-topped bowls under the broiler for a minute or two until the cheese is bubbly and slightly browned.
- Customize your bowl by adding other toppings like diced bell peppers, mushrooms, or a dollop of sour cream.

⏳ Preparation Time 🍰

- Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Serving: 4 servings