Tater Tot Ground Beef Casserole (Print-Friendly Version)

Golden tater tots and savory ground beef layered with creamy mushroom and cheddar in a classic comfort bake.

# Ingredients List:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 450 g ground beef
02 - 900 g frozen tater tots
03 - 300 g canned cream of mushroom soup
04 - 200 g shredded cheddar cheese
05 - 2 small onions, diced
06 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Flavorings and Fats

07 - 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
08 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or butter
09 - Salt, to taste
10 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 190°C. Lightly grease a 23×33-cm baking dish.
02 - Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté diced onions and minced garlic for 3–4 minutes until softened. Add ground beef and cook, breaking up with a spatula, until browned throughout. Drain excess fat thoroughly.
03 - Stir Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper into the cooked beef mixture. Mix in the cream of mushroom soup until well combined.
04 - Transfer beef mixture evenly to the prepared baking dish. Sprinkle half of the shredded cheddar cheese over the beef layer.
05 - Arrange frozen tater tots in a single, even layer over the cheese and beef mixture.
06 - Bake for 30–35 minutes until the tater tots are golden brown and crisp.
07 - Remove from oven. Sprinkle remaining cheddar cheese over tater tots and bake 5 additional minutes until fully melted.
08 - Allow the casserole to cool for 5 minutes before portioning and serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Drain beef fat thoroughly for a less greasy texture.
02 - Arrange tater tots in a single layer to ensure even crispiness.
03 - For storage, refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
04 - Reheat in preheated oven at 175°C for 15–20 minutes covered with foil, in microwave for 2–3 minutes, or in air fryer at 160°C for 5–7 minutes.
05 - Try jalapeños or pepper jack cheese for more heat, or use cream of celery or chicken soup as alternatives.
06 - For vegetarian adaptation, substitute with plant-based mince and additional vegetables.
07 - Serve with crisp green salad, steamed vegetables, or warm dinner rolls for balance.

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