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Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

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Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole is a comforting, hearty dish featuring crispy baked tater tots layered over a savory ground beef and onion mixture, all topped with melted cheddar cheese. This easy-to-make casserole combines creamy mushroom soup and tender green beans for a family-friendly meal perfect for weeknights.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 (28oz) bag frozen tater tots (you will have some leftover)
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1/2 cup diced yellow onion
  • 1 (10.75oz) can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (14oz) can green beans, drained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt, pepper, and garlic powder to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) to prepare for baking the casserole.
  2. Cook Ground Beef: In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef with diced onion. Break the meat apart and cook until browned and no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, Worcestershire sauce, drained green beans, and season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.
  4. Layer Casserole: Transfer the beef mixture into a greased 9×13 inch baking dish. Spread it out evenly. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the beef mixture.
  5. Add Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the top of the tater tots.
  6. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Serve: Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes before serving to allow the casserole to set slightly for easier portions.

Notes

  • For extra crispy tots, you can briefly bake them before layering in the casserole.
  • You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken or celery soup if preferred.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste; a pinch of smoked paprika adds a nice smoky flavor.
  • Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven or microwave.

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