Tater Tot Casserole
This cozy, kid-approved casserole features layers of seasoned ground beef or turkey, creamy soup base, and crispy tater tots, perfect for easy weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey Choose your preferred meat.
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Add near the end of browning meat.
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can cream of chicken soup or cream of celery Can substitute based on preference.
- 1 cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt For a creamy texture.
- 1 cup frozen mixed veggies (like peas and carrots) Can substitute with any available vegetables.
- 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 bag frozen tater tots Slightly thawed for better crisp.
- to taste salt and pepper Adjust according to preference.
- a pinch paprika For added warmth.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F. Grease a 9x13 dish with a little butter or spray.
- Brown the ground beef with the diced onion in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic in the last minute to prevent burning. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the cream soups, sour cream, frozen veggies, half the cheese, salt, pepper, and paprika. Taste the mixture to ensure seasoning is to your liking.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in your greased baking dish.
- Top with an even layer of tater tots, ensuring coverage but no need for perfection.
- Bake for 35-45 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and the edges are bubbling.
- Sprinkle the remaining cheese on top and bake for an additional 5 minutes to melt. Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Notes
You can assemble the dish in advance and refrigerate. Add a few minutes to the baking time if refrigerated. This dish also freezes well, unbaked or after baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
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