Hearty Sausage Gravy Breakfast (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Base
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1 bag frozen tater tots
→ For the Sausage Gravy
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1 pound ground breakfast sausage
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ Optional Toppings
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Shredded cheddar cheese
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Chopped green onions
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven according to the package directions. Spread the tater tots on a baking sheet and bake until they're golden brown and crispy on the outside.
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While the tots are baking, grab a large skillet and brown the breakfast sausage over medium heat. Break it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks until no pink remains.
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Sprinkle the flour over the cooked sausage and stir constantly for 2-3 minutes. This cooking step prevents that raw flour taste in your gravy.
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Pour the milk into the skillet slowly while whisking non-stop. This prevents lumps and helps create a smooth, creamy gravy base.
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Let the gravy simmer for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens to your liking. Season with salt and pepper until it tastes just right.
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Fill each bowl with a generous portion of the crispy tater tots, then ladle the hot sausage gravy over top. The tots will slightly soften under the gravy creating the perfect texture contrast.
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Sprinkle with shredded cheese and green onions if desired. The heat from the gravy will melt the cheese beautifully.
# Notes:
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This breakfast bowl combines crispy potatoes with creamy gravy for a filling start to your day.
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Perfect for weekend breakfasts when you have a bit more time in the morning.
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The contrast between the crunchy tots and smooth gravy creates a satisfying texture experience.