Ingredients
Base
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
Protein and Cheese
- 1 cup diced ham
- 1 cup shredded cheese (cheddar or your choice)
Egg Mixture
- 6 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375 °F (190 °C) ensuring it’s fully heated before baking.
- Layer Tater Tots: Evenly arrange the 2 cups of frozen tater tots in the bottom of your baking dish, creating a crispy base layer.
- Add Ham and Cheese: Sprinkle the 1 cup of diced ham evenly over the tater tots, followed by 1 cup of shredded cheese to add savory richness.
- Mix Eggs and Milk: In a separate bowl, whisk together 6 eggs, 1 cup of milk, and season with salt and pepper to taste until fully combined.
- Pour Egg Mixture: Carefully pour the egg and milk mixture over the layered tater tots, ham, and cheese, making sure it seeps evenly throughout the dish.
- Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 35 minutes, or until the eggs are set and the top is golden and bubbly.
- Serve: Remove from oven and let it cool slightly before serving warm for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For a variation, swap the ham for sausage or crispy bacon.
- Use your favorite shredded cheese to customize the flavor.
- Adjust seasoning with herbs like chives or parsley for extra freshness.
- Ensure the tater tots are arranged evenly to achieve consistent crispiness.
- Serve with fresh fruit or a light salad for a balanced breakfast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast Casserole
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
