Tator Tot Casserole
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this irresistible Tater Tot Casserole recipe! Perfectly golden tater tots crown a hearty base of seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, and melty cheddar cheese, creating a dish that's as delicious as it is family-friendly. Featuring layers of savory flavors from sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of paprika, this easy-to-make casserole comes together in under an hour, making it ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. With a crispy topping, gooey cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color, this crowd-pleaser is hearty enough to satisfy any appetite. Serve it as a main dish alongside a simple salad or vegetables for a comforting, complete meal that's sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 32 ounces tater tots
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup sour cream
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 0.25 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cooking for 2-3 minutes until the onion softens.
Stir in the can of cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, milk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well and let simmer for 2-3 minutes until the mixture is well combined.
Spread the beef mixture evenly in the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
Sprinkle 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese over the beef mixture.
Arrange the tater tots in a single layer over the cheese, covering the entire surface of the casserole.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Remove the casserole from the oven and sprinkle the remaining 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the tater tots.
Return the casserole to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the tater tots are golden and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
783 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 56.7 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.7 g | 104% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 103 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1424 mg | 62% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 27.3 g | 55% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 625 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.
