Tater Tot Beef Cheese Casserole
Satisfy your comfort food cravings with this irresistibly hearty Tater Tot Beef Cheese Casserole, a crowd-pleasing dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious. Layers of savory seasoned ground beef and golden tater tots are smothered with a creamy blend of mushroom soup, sour cream, and melted cheddar cheese for the ultimate cozy meal. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a bubbling, golden-brown finish, this comforting casserole is perfect for weeknight dinners, potlucks, or feeding a hungry family. Serve it warm, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a touch of color and zest. Packed with flavor and textures, this all-in-one dish is sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 1 can (10.5 oz) cream of mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 cups, divided shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 bag (32 oz) frozen tater tots
- 2 tablespoons (optional, for garnish) chopped parsley
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with non-stick cooking spray or a light coat of vegetable oil.
Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and minced garlic, cooking for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6–8 minutes until browned and fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
Stir in salt, black pepper, and paprika to season the beef mixture. Remove the skillet from heat.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix well, then stir this mixture into the cooked beef.
Spread the beef and soup mixture evenly across the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef mixture so they fully cover the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese on top, and return to the oven.
Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly, and the tater tots are golden and crisp.
Let the casserole cool for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle with chopped parsley for garnish before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
723 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.6 g | 98% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1493 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 27.5 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 371 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 634 mg | 13% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
