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Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef

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  • Author: Chef Sophia
  • Total Time: 45-50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Description

This Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort food, combining savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots. Perfect for a busy weeknight or feeding a crowd, this casserole is an easy, hearty meal that’s loved by everyone. It’s a delicious one-pan dish that’s quick to prepare and packed with flavor, making it a family favorite!

Ingredients

For the Casserole:

1 lb ground beef

1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup

½ cup sour cream

1 small onion, diced

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided

1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots

Salt and pepper, to taste

Optional seasonings: garlic powder, paprika, or any favorite spices

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven:
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  3. Cook the Ground Beef:
  4. In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add the diced onions and cook until softened. Season with salt, pepper, and optional seasonings like garlic powder or paprika. Drain any excess fat.
  5. Combine with Cream Sauce:
  6. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, mixing well with the beef. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  7. Layer in the Casserole Dish:
  8. Grease a casserole dish and spread the beef mixture evenly across the bottom.
  9. Add Cheese Layer:
  10. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
  11. Add Tater Tots:
  12. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
  13. Bake:
  14. Place the casserole in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
  15. Add Final Cheese Layer:
  16. Remove the casserole from the oven and top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  17. Serve:
  18. Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add Vegetables: Incorporate vegetables like peas, carrots, or green beans to make it even heartier and add some color.
  • Make it Spicy: Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or hot sauce to the beef mixture to give it a little heat.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35-40 minutes
  • Category: beef
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://sophiasdishes.com/tater-tot-casserole-with-ground-beef/