Ultimate Simple Tater Tot Casserole Recipe
This ultimate simple tater tot casserole is a hearty, comfort food classic featuring crispy tater tots, ground beef, veggies, and creamy cheese for a meal the whole family will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 6 1x
- Method: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can cream of mushroom soup
- 0.5 cup milk
- 1 cup frozen mixed vegetables (peas, carrots, corn)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
- 32 oz frozen tater tots
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F.
- In a skillet, cook ground beef over medium heat until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet, cook for 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Stir in cream of mushroom soup, milk, frozen vegetables, and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
- Spread the beef mixture evenly in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
- Top with frozen tater tots, arranging them in a single layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, then sprinkle remaining cheese on top and bake for another 5-10 minutes until tots are crispy and cheese is melted.
Notes
This casserole can be assembled ahead and refrigerated until ready to bake. Add extra cheese for cheesier version.
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Protein: 20g