Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche
Make Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche at home with savory sausage, crispy tater tots, eggs, and cheese. A delicious high-protein way to start the day!
Today’s recipe will become your new favorite savory breakfast! Start your day with this Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche, a convenient and satisfying breakfast that’s perfect for busy mornings and leisurely weekends. With a crispy tater tot crust and a hearty egg and sausage filling, this quiche comes together quickly, requires minimal prep, and bakes into a complete, protein-packed dish. It’s an all-in-one breakfast solution that can feed the whole family and is ideal for make-ahead mornings or holiday brunches.
SAUSAGE AND TATER TOT BREAKFAST QUICHE
The best quiche recipes always have a balance of savory and cheesy goodness. The tater tot crust provides a golden and crunchy base, while the juicy breakfast sausage adds protein to keep you fueled throughout the day. The eggs and cottage cheese create a creamy, fluffy filling, and melted mozzarella brings gooey indulgence to every bite. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this quiche is not only flavorful but visually appealing, making it a classic breakfast quiche you’ll want to save for later.
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Why You’ll Love This Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche Recipe:
- Easy Breakfast & Brunch Recipe: Crispy tater tots form the perfect golden crust, topped with savory breakfast sausage, fluffy eggs, and melted mozzarella cheese.
- High-Protein Breakfast Idea: Packed with eggs, cottage cheese, and sausage, this breakfast quiche keeps you full and energized all morning.
- Quick and Simple Breakfast Casserole: Perfect for busy mornings, this recipe comes together in under an hour and is a hearty, delicious meal.
- Meal-Prep Friendly: Everyone loves tater tots! This quiche is the best breakfast quiche recipe, ideal for grab-and-go breakfast, holiday brunches, and busy mornings.
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- ½ pound ground breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup cottage cheese (2%)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese
- Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie dish with butter. Place the frozen tater tots in the prepared pie plate. Spread out evenly. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
When finished cooking, mash the tater tots into an even layer so they cover the bottom and sides of the pie dish.
Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F.
Meanwhile, fully cook and crumble the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Remove from the heat and allow to cool down a bit.
In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir in the mozzarella cheese and the slightly cooled-down sausage. Stir to combine. Pour this mixture evenly over the tater tots in the pie dish.
Bake for 30 minutes or until the center of the quiche is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Top with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Enjoy!
Servings
Serves 6.
Storage and Reheating
Allow the quiche to cool completely before storing. Keep leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. You can also wrap well and freeze for up to 2 months. Tip: Slicing before freezing makes reheating easier. To reheat, warm individual slices in the oven at 350°F for 15 minutes, loosely covered with foil or microwave on high for 1 minute until heated through.
Holly’s Tips for The Best Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche:
- Use Frozen Tater Tots: For the best crust, it’s best to use frozen tater tots to create a crispy, golden base that’s easy to shape and bake.
- Bake Tater Tots Before Mashing: This will help prevent a soggy crust and ensure even cooking.
- Cook & Slightly Cool The Sausage: This will prevent the eggs from overcooking and keep the quiche fluffy.
- Whisk Eggs & Cottage Cheese: Adds creaminess and extra protein for a light, tender quiche filling.
- Grate The Mozzarella: Avoid pre-grated packaged cheese. Freshly grated cheese melts better and adds more flavor.
- Customizable Quiche: Add your favorite vegetables, swap in different cheeses, or adjust seasonings to make this breakfast casserole your own.
- Bake Until The Center Is Set: Check the quiche with a knife in the center; it should come out clean.
- Allow Quiche To Cool Completely Before Slicing: This prevents the filling from falling apart and helps the quiche hold its shape.
Frequently Asked Questions:
You can assemble the quiche a few hours in advance and refrigerate it until ready to bake. You can also fully bake it ahead, then store it in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze it for up to 2 months.
Of course! Breakfast sausage is a traditional breakfast staple, but feel free to substitute it with turkey sausage, chicken sausage, or even crumbled bacon.
Yes, homemade or store-bought tater tots both work. Just pre-bake them slightly before mashing to ensure a crispy crust.
For a dairy-free version, swap the cottage cheese and mozzarella for plant-based alternatives. To reduce fat, use low-fat cheese and lean sausage or turkey sausage.
To make this Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche gluten-free, simply use gluten-free tater tots and choose breakfast sausage that’s labeled gluten-free. These swaps keep the recipe safe for those with gluten sensitivities while maintaining the same delicious flavor and texture.
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Sausage and Tater Tot Breakfast Quiche
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- ½ pound ground breakfast sausage
- 6 large eggs
- ½ cup low fat cottage cheese (2%)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup freshly grated mozzarella cheese
- Freshly chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Grease a 9-inch deep-dish pie dish with butter. Place the frozen tater tots in the prepared pie plate. Spread out evenly. Bake for 15 minutes in the preheated oven.
- When finished cooking, mash the tater tots into an even layer so they cover the bottom and sides of the pie dish.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 350 degrees F.
- Meanwhile, fully cook and crumble the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium to medium-high heat. Remove from the heat and allow to cool down a bit.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, cottage cheese, salt, and pepper. Stir in the mozzarella cheese and the slightly cooled-down sausage. Stir to combine. Pour this mixture evenly over the tater tots in the pie dish.
- Bake for 30 minutes or until the center of the quiche is set. Remove from the oven and allow to cool for at least 5 minutes before slicing and serving. Top with freshly chopped parsley, if desired. Enjoy!
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