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Tater Tot Casserole
This Tater Tot Casserole is a nostalgic nod to mid-century American comfort food, while still being a hit on the modern family dinner table. Packed with juicy ground beef, a medley of vibrant mixed vegetables, a creamy umami-rich mushroom soup, all layered under a blanket of crispy golden tater tots and melted cheddar cheese, it's a heartwarming dish that's sure to satisfy.
Ingredients
- Salt
- to taste
- Black pepper
- to taste
- Tater tots
- 1 bag (2 lbs)
- Cheddar cheese
- 2 cups, shredded
- Cream of mushroom soup
- 1 can (10.75 oz)
- Mixed vegetables
- 1 bag (16 oz), frozen
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Onion
- 1 medium, chopped
- Ground beef
- 1 lb
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Cook the ground beef, chopped onion, and minced garlic in a large skillet over medium heat until the beef is browned and cooked through. Be sure to break up the beef into small crumbles as it cooks.
- Drain the excess fat from the skillet.
- Add the mixed vegetables and cream of mushroom soup to the skillet. Stir until well combined.
- Stir in half of the shredded cheddar cheese. Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Transfer the beef and vegetable mixture to a 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out in an even layer.
- Arrange the tater tots on top of the mixture in the baking dish. Sprinkle the remaining shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake the casserole in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Allow the casserole to cool for a few minutes before serving.
Tips
- You can switch up the vegetables based on what you have on hand. Peas, carrots, corn, or green beans would all work well.
- To make this dish even more indulgent, consider adding a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of bacon bits just before serving.
Dietary Information
Servings: 6 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 30 minutes Calories: 420 Fat: 20g Carbs: 35g Protein: 22g Sodium: 990mg Sugar: 4g
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