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Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef

Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef
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5 from 17 reviews

This hearty Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef is a comforting and easy-to-make meal perfect for weeknights. Featuring layers of savory ground beef in a creamy mushroom sauce, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy tater tots, it’s a family favorite that combines simple ingredients into a deliciously satisfying casserole.

Ingredients

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Beef Mixture

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional seasonings: garlic powder, paprika, or any favorite spices

Cheese and Tater Tot Layer

  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Cook the ground beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add the diced onions and cook until they soften. Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices such as garlic powder or paprika. Drain any excess fat to prevent greasiness.
  3. Combine with cream sauce: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream into the cooked ground beef mixture, mixing well. Continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through evenly.
  4. Layer in the casserole dish: Grease a casserole dish and evenly spread the beef mixture across the bottom to form a flavorful base layer.
  5. Add cheese layer: Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the beef mixture to add richness and flavor.
  6. Add tater tots: Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese layer, ensuring even coverage for crispy texture.
  7. Bake: Place the casserole in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy on top.
  8. Add final cheese layer: Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  9. Serve: Let the casserole cool for about 5 minutes before serving to allow it to set slightly for easier portioning.

Notes

  • You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken soup if preferred.
  • For extra vegetables, add diced bell peppers or mushrooms along with the onions when cooking the beef.
  • Use reduced-fat sour cream and cheese for a lighter version of the casserole.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.
  • Season to taste with additional spices such as smoked paprika or chili powder for a different flavor twist.

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Keywords: Tater Tot Casserole, Ground Beef Casserole, Easy Dinner, Comfort Food, Cheesy Casserole, Family Meal

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