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Simple and Delicious Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

  • Author: Ellie
  • Total Time: 45–50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Description

This Tater Tot Casserole with Ground Beef is the ultimate comfort food! A creamy beef and onion base, topped with melty cheddar cheese and golden, crispy tater tots—what’s not to love? Perfect for busy weeknights, family dinners, or potlucks, this easy casserole comes together fast and delivers big flavor with minimal effort.

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 your favorite spices

  • Optional garnish: chopped parsley or green onions

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven
    Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

  2. Cook the Beef
    In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef.
    Add diced onion and cook until soft.
    Season with salt, pepper, and any optional spices (e.g., garlic powder or paprika).
    Drain excess fat.

  3. Combine with Cream Sauce
    Stir in cream of mushroom soup and sour cream.
    Mix well and cook for 2–3 minutes until heated through.

  4. Layer the Casserole
    Grease a casserole dish.
    Spread the beef mixture evenly in the bottom.
    Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef.
    Arrange frozen tater tots in a single layer on top.

  5. Bake
    Bake uncovered for 25–30 minutes or until tater tots are golden and crispy.

  6. Add Final Cheese Layer
    Remove from oven. Sprinkle remaining 1 cup of cheddar cheese on top.
    Return to oven and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly.

  7. Serve
    Let casserole cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley or green onions if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Add a dash of Worcestershire sauce to the beef mixture for extra depth.

Top with cooked bacon bits before serving for added crunch.

Make it a meal with a side salad or steamed green veggies.

Use cream of chicken or cream of celery soup as a substitute if desired.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Casserole
  • Method: Oven-Baked
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: tater tot casserole, easy dinner, ground beef casserole, cheesy bake, weeknight meal

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