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Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef

Comforting Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef Delight

This Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef is a creamy, hearty, and customizable comfort food perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 380
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Casserole
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Savory depth and protein; can use ground turkey or plant-based alternative.
  • 1 can Cream of Mushroom Soup Acts as the creamy base.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • 1 medium Onion Yellow or white onions are suitable.
  • 1 cup Cheddar Cheese Sharp cheddar is recommended.
  • 32 ounces Frozen Tater Tots Creates a crispy topping.
  • to taste Salt Fundamental seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Fundamental seasoning.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Vegetables Sautéed corn, peas, or bell peppers can be added for nutrition.
  • 1 cup Cheese Variations Experiment with mozzarella or pepper jack.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • 9×13-inch casserole dish

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Brown the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Add diced onions and cook until softened, then season with salt and pepper.
  4. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream until smooth.
  5. Spread the beef and creamy mixture in a greased casserole dish.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
  7. Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until crispy and golden.
  9. Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining cheese on top, bake for an additional 5 minutes.
  10. Let the casserole rest for about 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 20gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 250mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to avoid overlapping tater tots for the crispiest topping. You can customize this dish with lean meats or homemade soup for a fresher flavor.

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