Tater Tot Casserole
A comforting and quick dish combining ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and crunchy tater tots, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
- 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).
- In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef. Add in the diced onions and cook until softened. Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and sour cream, mixing well. 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 frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden and crispy.
- Remove from the oven, top with the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheese, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, or until melted and bubbly.
- Allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Leftover Tater Tot Casserole can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, use an oven to retain the crispy topping.