Tater Tots Surprise
Turn dinner into a family favorite with this comforting and flavorful Tater Tots Surprise recipe! A delicious blend of hearty ground beef, savory diced onions, creamy mushroom soup, and colorful mixed vegetables forms the base of this easy one-pan casserole. Topped with gooey sharp cheddar cheese and a golden, crispy layer of tater tots, this dish combines rich flavors with irresistible textures. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this oven-baked classic is perfect for busy weeknights or a fun potluck treat. Garnished with fresh green onions for a pop of color, this cheesy tater tot casserole is guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 10.5 oz cream of mushroom soup
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 12 oz frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, and corn)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp paprika
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
- cooking spray
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease if necessary.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the ground beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion is soft and fragrant.
Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, frozen mixed vegetables, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix until well combined. Remove from heat and set aside.
Spread the beef and vegetable mixture evenly across the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of the mixture.
Arrange the frozen tater tots in an even layer on top of the cheese, covering the entire surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the tater tots. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.3 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.1 g | 110% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 1522 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.4 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 410 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 807 mg | 17% | |
*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.
