Tater Tot Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole

This easy, make-ahead ham and cheese breakfast casserole combines crispy tater tots, country ham, veggies and cheese for a delicious and satisfying meal. Serve it for breakfast or dinner!

CourseBreakfast, Brunch

CuisineAmerican

Prep Time7

Cook Time45

Servings people

Calories382kcal

Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons oil
1 large red bell pepper diced
3 green onions chopped
16 ounces country ham, diced
8 large eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
8 ounces 8-ounce package shredded cheddar cheese, divided
32 ounces frozen tater tots

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Heat oil over medium heat.
Add the bell peppers and green onions and saute for 5 minutes or until tender.
Add the diced ham and cook until the ham is light pink, about 2 minutes more. Remove the pan from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, salt and pepper.
Add 1 cup of the shredded cheese and the entire ham mixture. Stir to combine.
Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on the bottom of a greased 9 x 13 x 2 inch casserole dish.
Pour the egg mixture over the top. Sprinkle with the remaining one cup of cheese.
Bake for 45 minutes until the eggs are set.

Notes

To make ahead:

Follow the recipe up until it’s time to bake. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place in the refrigerator. I recommend baking the casserole within 24 hours.

To freeze:

Follow the recipe up until it’s time to bake. Cover the casserole dish with aluminum foil and place on a level surface in the freezer. The casserole will last up to three months in the freezer.

Breakfast casserole with ham will last up to four days in the refrigerator. I do not recommend freezing the baked casserole. Once thawed, the eggs can become watery and rubbery.

Nutrition

Tater Tot Ham and Cheese Breakfast Casserole