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Cheesy Tater Tot Casserole

A warm, gooey casserole featuring a savory beef mixture and crispy tater tots, perfect for family dinners or gatherings.
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Préparation 15 minutes
Cuisson 45 minutes
Temps total 1 heure
Portions: 8 servings
Plat: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480
Ingredients Préparation Notes

Ingrédients
  

Meat and Aromatics
  • 1 pound ground beef Can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
  • 1 small yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
Creamy Mixture
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup (10.5 oz) Can be replaced with a dairy-free version.
  • 1 cup sour cream Use a dairy-free alternative if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Cheesy Layer
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
Tater Tot Layer
  • 1 bag frozen tater tots (32 oz) Ensure they are gluten-free if needed.

Préparation
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all ingredients and chop the onion and mince the garlic.
Cooking the Base
  1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add the ground beef and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  3. Drain any excess fat from the skillet.
Mixing Ingredients
  1. Stir in the cream of mushroom soup, sour cream, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
Assembling the Casserole
  1. Spread the beef mixture evenly into a greased 9x13 baking dish.
  2. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the meat mixture.
  3. Arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer over the cheese.
Baking
  1. Place the casserole in a preheated oven at 375°F and bake for 35-40 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown.
  2. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese on top and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
Serving
  1. Allow the casserole to sit for about 5 minutes before serving.

Notes et conservation

For a twist, add chopped bell peppers or use a mix of different cheeses. Excellent for leftovers, and can be refrigerated or frozen.