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A close-up of a vibrant, golden-brown tater tot casserole served in a white baking dish, topped with melted cheese and garnished with chopped green onions, with crispy edges and a warm, cheesy interior visible.

Easy Tater Tot Casserole with Cheesy Beef

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A quick and cheesy tater tot casserole layered with seasoned beef and topped with crispy tots and melted cheese, perfect for comforting family dinners.

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cups frozen tater tots
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. In a skillet, cook ground beef and diced onion until browned; season with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine sour cream and cream of mushroom soup.
  4. Spread the cooked beef mixture evenly in a baking dish.
  5. Pour the soup mixture over the beef.
  6. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top.
  7. Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly over the cheese layer.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the tots are crispy and cheese is bubbly.

Notes

  • Use ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • Add chopped vegetables like bell peppers or peas for extra flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Comfort Food

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (around 1/6th of casserole)
  • Calories: 420 Kcal
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 780mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 35g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 23g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg