Description
A comforting and hearty casserole featuring layers of golden tater tots and savory ground beef, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional seasonings: garlic powder, paprika, or any favorite spices
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until browned. Add diced onions and cook until softened. Season with salt and pepper, adding any optional spices.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, mixing well with the beef. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until heated through.
- Grease a casserole dish and spread the beef mixture evenly across the bottom.
- Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake the casserole for 25-30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Top with the remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
- Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Make ahead by assembling the casserole in advance and refrigerating overnight. Substitute ground turkey for a lighter option or use plant-based beef alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg