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tater tot ground beef casserole
Abby Pinkmann

Tater Tot Ground Beef Casserole

A hearty family-friendly casserole made with seasoned ground beef, creamy mushroom sauce, mixed vegetables, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy golden tater tots. Perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, and comforting family dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 510
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 small yellow onion, diced
  • 1 can cream of mushroom soup
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, divided
  • 2 cups frozen mixed vegetables
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 32 oz frozen tater tots

Equipment

  • 9x13-inch baking dish
  • large skillet
  • mixing spoon
  • Measuring spoons
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the ground beef and diced onion until the beef is browned and the onion is softened. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add the cream of mushroom soup, mixed vegetables, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and 1 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Stir until fully combined.
  4. Transfer the beef mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread into an even layer.
  5. Arrange the frozen tater tots evenly over the top in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the tater tots are crispy and golden brown.
  7. Sprinkle the remaining cheddar cheese over the casserole and return to the oven for 5 minutes until melted.
  8. Allow the casserole to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, use sharp cheddar cheese and avoid thawing the tater tots before baking. Drain the beef thoroughly to prevent a greasy casserole. Let the casserole rest for 5 minutes before serving so the filling can set properly. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.