Description
Tater tot casserole is the pinnacle of comfort food, blending simple pantry ingredients into a warm, nourishing meal that feels like a hug. Featuring a savory base of seasoned ground beef and creamy mushroom sauce, all capped with a crispy layer of golden potato puffs and melted cheddar cheese, this classic dish is wholesome, reliable, and perfect for feeding a hungry family on a busy weeknight.
Ingredients
1 pound high-quality ground beef
1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
Sea salt to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper to taste
1 (16 ounce) package frozen tater tots
2 cups shredded sharp Cheddar cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked; drain excess fat.
Stir the condensed cream of mushroom soup into the beef until well combined.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper to taste.
Spread the beef mixture into the bottom of a casserole dish.
Top with an even layer of frozen tater tots.
Bake for 20 minutes, then sprinkle with shredded cheddar cheese.
Continue to bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the tots are golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Notes
Feel free to add frozen peas, corn, or diced onions to the beef layer for extra nutrients. You can also substitute the cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken if preferred. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg