Tater Tot Casserole
A comforting and hearty dish featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and crispy tater tots topped with melted cheese, perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup Can substitute with cream of chicken or cheese soup.
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Try mozzarella or pepper jack cheese for a different taste.
- 1 bag tater tots
- ½ cup chopped onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the chopped onions. Cook until the meat is no longer pink. Drain any excess fat.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup with the cooked meat mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in a baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese generously over the beef mixture, then arrange the tater tots on top.
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown.
- Let the casserole cool slightly before serving.
Notes
For the crispiest tater tots, avoid covering the casserole while baking. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) or microwave individual portions.
