Tater Tot Casserole
A quick, budget-friendly tater tot casserole that combines ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, and crispy tater tots for a comforting family dinner.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 or leaner)
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5–11 oz)
- 1 cup shredded cheese (sharp cheddar or medium-cheddar blend) freshly shredded melts better
- 1 bag frozen tater tots (about 32 oz) use quantity you prefer
- 1 each onion, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- Heat a large skillet over medium. Add the chopped onion and ground beef.
- Cook, breaking the meat apart, until the beef is browned and the onion is softened, about 6–8 minutes.
- Drain excess fat into a heat-safe container. Return the beef mixture to the skillet.
- Stir in the cream of mushroom soup. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Heat briefly to combine and warm.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the beef.
- Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
Cooking
- Bake for 30–35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and the filling is bubbling around the edges.
- Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before scooping and serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, stir in 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce or a clove of minced garlic when cooking the beef. This casserole is versatile; you can substitute proteins and add vegetables as desired.