Start your day with a hearty and flavorful breakfast bowl that’s easy to make! Here’s a simplified recipe:

Ingredients:

– 1 package (30 ounces) frozen tater tots
– 1/2 pound breakfast sausage
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 3 cups milk
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
– 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Cook the tater tots: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Spread the tater tots on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

2. Brown the sausage: While the tater tots are baking, brown the breakfast sausage in a skillet over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.

3. Make the gravy: Sprinkle the flour over the sausage and cook for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.

4. Assemble the bowls: Place a scoop of tater tots in each bowl. Top with the sausage gravy and shredded cheddar cheese, if desired.

5. Enjoy: Dig in and savor your delicious tater tot breakfast bowl with sausage gravy!