Description
Tater tot casserole is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for cozy nights or gatherings. This easy-to-make dish features layers of savory ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and a crunchy layer of crispy tater tots, all topped with gooey cheddar cheese. In every bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful blend of flavors and textures. With its versatility, you can easily customize the casserole to suit your taste, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or game day celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 10.5 oz can cream of mushroom soup
- 1/2 cup milk
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400?F (200?C) and lightly spray a baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef and chopped onion until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the meat mixture with cream of mushroom soup and milk; stir until well blended.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Arrange tater tots on top in a decorative pattern.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until bubbly and golden brown. Allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (approximately 160g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 55mg