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Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef

Easy Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef for Cozy Nights

This Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef is a comforting and quick dinner option perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 6 portions
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup dairy-free version for vegan
  • 0.5 cup Sour Cream dairy-free alternative as needed
  • 1 cup Diced Onion or shallots for milder taste
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese freshly shredded for best results
  • 32 ounces Frozen Tater Tots consider sweet potato tots
  • Optional Vegetables e.g., peas, bell peppers, corn
  • Spices e.g., Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce
For Serving
  • 1 bunch Chopped Green Onions for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9x13-inch casserole dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a large skillet, add 1 pound of ground beef over medium heat. Stir occasionally for about 5-7 minutes until browned. Add 1 diced onion and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes.
  3. Reduce heat to low and stir in a can of cream of mushroom soup and a half-cup of sour cream until mixed.
  4. Grease a 9x13-inch casserole dish and spoon the creamy beef mixture into the bottom.
  5. Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture. Place frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until tater tots are golden and crispy.
  7. Sprinkle an additional cup of cheddar cheese over the tater tots and bake for another 5 minutes.
  8. For an extra crispy finish, turn on the broiler for 1-2 minutes. Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before serving, and garnish with chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Customizable by using different ground meats or adding vegetables. Perfect for meal prep.

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