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tater tot casserole with ground beef

tater tot casserole with ground beef

This hearty tater tot casserole with ground beef is a comforting dish that features layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy soup, and crispy tater tots. It’s perfect for feeding a family and makes for great leftovers!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large skillet
  • 1 9x13-inch baking dish
  • 1 mixing spoon
  • 1 set measuring cups and spoons
  • 1 oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 can (10.5 ounces) condensed cream of chicken soup
  • 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas and carrots) Feel free to customize the vegetables by adding your favorites.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 3 cups tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef along with the diced onion until the meat is cooked through and the onion is translucent, around 5 to 7 minutes. Drain any excess fat.
  • Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, cream of chicken soup, frozen mixed vegetables, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined and heated through, about 3-5 minutes.
  • Pour the beef mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13-inch baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  • Arrange the tater tots in a single layer on top of the beef mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
  • After 25 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tater tots are golden brown.
  • Once done, take the casserole out of the oven and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

Feel free to customize the vegetables by adding your favorites or whatever you have on hand.
For extra flavor, consider adding spices like paprika or a bit of cayenne pepper for a kick.
This casserole can be prepared a day in advance; just cover and refrigerate before baking. Add a few extra minutes to the cooking time if baking from cold.