Tater Tot Casserole
A comforting casserole with crispy tater tots, ground beef, and melted cheese.
15 mins
Prep Time
35 mins
Cook Time
6
Servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 1 can (10.5 oz) condensed cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
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Instructions
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until the beef is browned and the onion is soft. Drain any excess fat.
Stir in the condensed cream of mushroom soup, milk, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through.
Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the top.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef and cheese mixture.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Chef's Tips
- Extra Crispy Tots: For extra crispy tater tots, bake them for 10 minutes before adding them to the casserole.
- Vegetable Addition: Add a layer of mixed vegetables like peas or corn for extra nutrition.
- Cheese Variations: Try using different cheeses like mozzarella or pepper jack for a different flavor.
- Make Ahead: Assemble the casserole ahead of time and refrigerate. Bake when ready to serve.
- Spice It Up: Add a dash of hot sauce or red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
