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Tater Tot Casserole Recipe

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This comforting Tater Tot Casserole is a hearty, cheesy dish featuring ground beef, creamy mushroom soup, sweet corn, and crispy tater tots baked to golden perfection. It’s perfect for family dinners or potlucks, blending savory flavors with a crunchy topping that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1/2 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of mushroom soup
  • 1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 32 ounces frozen tater tots
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped scallions (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and position the oven rack in the top third of the oven to ensure the casserole cooks evenly and the tater tots brown nicely.
  2. Cook Ground Beef and Onions: In a skillet over medium-high heat, add ground beef and chopped onions. Cook, stirring occasionally and breaking up the meat with a spoon, until the beef is browned and the onions are softened, about 7 to 8 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. Add Flavorings: Stir in the minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Italian seasoning. Cook for about one minute until fragrant to enhance the flavor of the meat mixture.
  4. Combine Creamy Ingredients: Reduce heat to medium and mix in the sour cream, condensed cream of mushroom soup, drained corn, and half a cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir well and warm through for a couple of minutes to blend the ingredients.
  5. Assemble Casserole: Transfer the beef mixture into a 9×13 inch casserole dish and spread it out evenly. If you have a large oven-safe skillet, you can skip the transfer and use it for baking.
  6. Add Cheese and Tater Tots: Sprinkle the remaining cheese evenly over the beef mixture, then arrange the frozen tater tots in a single layer on top of the cheese.
  7. Bake: Bake the casserole uncovered for about 45 minutes, or until the tater tots are golden brown and crispy, and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  8. Serve: Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped scallions if desired. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, then serve warm.

Notes

  • For a lower-fat option, use lean ground turkey instead of beef.
  • You can substitute cream of mushroom soup with cream of chicken soup for a slightly different flavor.
  • Make sure to evenly space the tater tots on top for the crispiest texture.
  • This casserole can be prepared ahead of time, assembled, and refrigerated for up to 24 hours before baking.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for 3-4 days and reheat nicely in the oven.

Keywords: tater tot casserole, ground beef casserole, cheesy casserole, comfort food, easy dinner recipe

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