Cheesy Beef and Tater Tot Casserole
A hearty and comforting casserole that combines seasoned beef, creamy cheese, and crispy tater tots, perfect for family dinners any night of the week.
Ingredients
For the beef mixture
- 1 pound ground beef Use lean ground beef and drain excess fat after cooking.
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can be substituted with cream of chicken or a homemade version.
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- to taste salt and pepper
For assembly
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or a blend) Use a combination of cheeses for varied flavor.
- 1 package frozen tater tots (about 32 ounces) Consider pre-baking for extra crispiness.
For garnishing (optional)
- to taste chopped green onions or chives
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it apart with a spatula as it cooks.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until combined.
Assembly
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheese over the beef mixture.
- Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
Baking
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining cheese on top.
- Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- Let it cool slightly before serving.
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Notes
Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or freeze for up to 2-3 months. Consider adding vegetables like peas or carrots for added nutrition.