Description
Tater Tot Casserole is your go-to comfort food, combining savory ground beef, creamy cheese, and crispy tater tots into a delightful dish that’s sure to please everyone. This easy-to-make casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners or potlucks, and it offers endless customization options based on your family’s preferences. With a bubbling, cheesy top and hearty filling, this recipe will quickly become a family favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 can (10.5 oz) low-sodium cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a large baking dish.
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with chopped onion until translucent.
- Stir in mixed vegetables and cream of mushroom soup; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Layer half of the meat mixture in the baking dish. Top with half of the cheese and layer tater tots on top.
- Pour the remaining meat mixture over the tater tots and sprinkle with the rest of the cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (245g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: For a healthier version, substitute ground turkey for beef. Feel free to add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or corn. Let the casserole rest for a few minutes after baking for easier serving.