Hearty Breakfast Bowl (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the Tater Tot Bowl
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1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
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1 tablespoon olive oil (optional, for extra crispness)
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1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese (or your favorite cheese)
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4 large eggs
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Salt and pepper to taste
→ For the Sausage Gravy
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1 pound Halal sausage (beef, chicken, turkey, or plant-based sausage)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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2 cups whole milk (or dairy-free milk alternative)
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
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A pinch of cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
→ Optional Garnishes
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Chopped fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
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Hot sauce (optional)
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Extra shredded cheese for topping
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread frozen tater tots on a lined baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil if using. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden, shaking halfway through.
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In a skillet, cook sausage over medium heat until browned (7-10 minutes). Add butter, then flour to make a roux. Gradually whisk in milk until thickened. Season with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
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In a non-stick skillet, scramble eggs until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
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Divide crispy tater tots among bowls. Top with scrambled eggs, sausage gravy, and shredded cheese. Garnish with parsley/green onions and hot sauce if desired.
# Notes:
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For extra crispy tater tots, space them evenly on the baking sheet and avoid overcrowding.
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To make dairy-free: Use plant-based sausage, dairy-free butter, and milk alternatives like oat or almond milk.
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Meal prep tip: Components can be made ahead and reheated (store gravy separately to maintain texture).