Cheesy Tater Tot & Brussels Sprout Casserole

Cheese. Tater tots. Brussels sprouts..... Three of my favorite things all baked up in a delicious casserole that is flavorful and comforting. It's a great accompaniment to chicken or steak and it's easy to throw together. I would assume as well that it might be a good way to sneak some veggies into a picky child's diet!

Even if you aren't a fan of brussels sprouts (which blows my mind because they are the most fantastic vegetable on earth), I'm confident you'll like this. It all blends in very well together! 

The tots are roasted to get nice and crisp then tossed with shaved and sauteed brussels sprouts, with shallots, garlic, cheese and sour cream. I season it with just salt, pepper and Italian herbs - Simple comfort food!

When I served this for dinner, everyone in my family not only loved it, but were excited about a dish that is unique yet uses a nostalgic childhood favorite ingredient. 

A bit of crumbled bacon would be a delicious addition to this recipe, as well. We were eating it with steak and chicken so I didn't feel the need to add another meat to the table, but on another day it would have been great. 

It will please kids and adults alike and is easy to prepare.... No need to even peel potatoes!




Cheesy Tater Tot & Brussels Sprout Casserole

Ingredients:
28 oz bag frozen tater tots
3 cups shredded brussels sprouts
1 clove garlic, minced (or more if you prefer!)
3 shallots, chopped
1 1/2 cups sour cream
1 egg, scrambled
2 tsp dijon mustard
1 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp Italian seasoning
Red pepper flakes optional

Directions:

• Cook tater tots according to package directions then reduce oven heat to 375 (most tots are cooked at 425).
• In a skillet, heat a bit of oil over medium heat. Saute shallots for a few minutes, just until they start to turn translucent. Add in garlic and brussels sprouts and cook until they start to turn lightly golden brown - about 5 minutes. Let cool for a few minutes. 
• Mix in the sour cream, egg, dijon mustard, 1 cup of the mozzarella cheese, half the parmesan and the seasonings into the brussels sprout mixture. Toss tater tots to coat.
• Pour mixture into lightly greased casserole dish. Top with remaining cheese and some extra seasoning if desired. 
• Place 375 degree heated oven and bake until cheese is melted and golden brown; About 15-20 minutes.