Description
Tater tot casserole is the ultimate comfort food, bringing together crispy tater tots, savory ground beef, and creamy layers of goodness. This hearty dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights in. With its golden-brown crust and melted cheese, it’s not just a meal; it’s a warm hug in a baking dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (32 oz) bag frozen tater tots
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup (low-sodium preferred)
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion until translucent. Drain excess grease.
- In a large bowl, mix the cooked meat with cream of mushroom soup and milk until combined.
- Season with salt and pepper and fold in half of the shredded cheese.
- In a greased baking dish, layer half of the tater tots, followed by the meat mixture, then top with remaining tater tots and cheese.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 790mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg