Description
Tater tot casserole is a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that combines crispy tater tots with savory ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and gooey cheddar cheese. Perfect for family gatherings or a cozy weeknight dinner, this easy-to-make casserole delivers warmth and satisfaction in every bite. With its golden topping and endless customization possibilities, you’ll want to keep this recipe on rotation!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 (10.5 oz) can cream of mushroom soup
- 2 cups frozen tater tots
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (frozen)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and stir in the diced onion until translucent.
- Mix in the cream of mushroom soup and garlic powder until well combined.
- In a greased baking dish, spread the meat mixture evenly at the bottom and sprinkle cheddar cheese on top.
- Arrange tater tots over the cheese layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: - For a crispier topping, bake uncovered during the last few minutes. - Substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. - For a vegetarian version, use plant-based meat alternatives and add extra veggies.