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Easy Tater Tot Casserole

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A comforting one-dish meal featuring crispy tater tots, savory ground beef, and melted cheese, perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with spicy sausage for added flavor.
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots Use fresh potatoes if preferred, but may increase cooking time.
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup Cream of celery soup can be used for variation.
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar works well, but mozzarella or pepper jack can be used.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Season to personal preference.
  • Optional diced onions or bell peppers Add for extra flavor and nutrition.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned; drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Spread the beef mixture evenly in a baking dish.
Assembly
  1. Layer tater tots on top of the beef mixture.
  2. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the tater tots.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for about 30-35 minutes, until the tater tots are golden brown and cheese is melted.
  2. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2g

Notes

Serve hot with a side salad or steamed vegetables. Consider toppings such as sour cream, chives, or hot sauce. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
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